Starter motor may overheat and cause a fire
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2023-2024 toyota supra, 2022-2025 2 series coupe, 2021-2023 5 series, 2022-2026 z4, 2023-2024 4 series gran coupe, 4 series convertible, 4 series coupe, 3 series, 2021-2025 x4, and 2021-2024 x3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Safety Consequence
Fire increases the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on august 28, 2026. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on nhtsa.gov beginning august 28, 2026. This recall is an expansion of previous nhtsa recall 26v056.
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FAQ: Recall 26V438000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V438000?
NHTSA recall 26V438000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on July 8, 2026. It addresses: Starter motor may overheat and cause a fire. The recall affects approximately 318,495 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V438000 or the manufacturer campaign number shown above. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-08-17. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.