BMW Recalls The Toyota Supra For Fire Risk
BMW is recalling more than 196,000 vehicles in the United States after regulators found a defect that could increase the risk of fire.
Key Points
- BMW recall affects nearly 200,000 vehicles, including the 2022 BMW 230i, Z4, and Toyota Supra, which are being recalled in the U.S. due to a fire risk.
- Corrosion can cause the engine starter relay to overheat and short-circuit, creating the potential for engine compartment fires.
- BMW dealers will replace the faulty component at no cost, with owner notifications rolling out soon and VINs searchable at NHTSA.gov.
According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the problem stems from the engine starter relay, which can corrode over time. Corrosion may cause the relay to overheat and short-circuit, creating a potential fire hazard whether the vehicle is running or parked.
The recall covers select 2019–2021 BMW 330i sedans, 2019–2022 BMW Z4 roadsters, 2020–2022 BMW 530i sedans, 2020–2022 BMW X3 and X4 SUVs, 2021–2022 BMW 430i coupes and convertibles, and the 2022 BMW 230i. Toyota’s Supra, which shares underpinnings with the BMW Z4, is also included in the recall.
BMW says dealers will replace the faulty engine starter with one using a different design. Owners will receive official notifications with instructions in the coming weeks.
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