Bmw · X5, X6, X7, 7, 8 (Coupe, Cabrio, Cran Coupe), M340

The engine starter’s electrical contacts may overheat and cause the vehicle to start improperly. Continued starting attempts can intensify the overheating and ignite surrounding components, potentially leading to a vehicle fire while driving or shortly after parking. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Published: 31 October 2025
Notifying authority: Germany
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: Unknown

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: SR/03823/25
Model: G05, G06, G07, G12, G14, G15, G16, G20 (US version) equipped with B58 engine

Classification

Category: Motor vehicles
Risk type: Fire
Country of origin: Germany

Product description

Passenger car.