BMW is said to have recalled more than 100,000 vehicles.

BMW Cars is said to have recalled more than 100,000 vehicles.

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More details on BMW recall

According to USA TodayThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued the recall on August 1. The company is reportedly recalling “approximately 105,588” models due to a faulty starter motor.

“An overheated starter motor can ignite nearby combustible materials in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of fire,” female NHTSA Notice read.

Delaware Online Reported that attempting to start the engine multiple times could cause an electrical overload, leading to engine overheating.

Each USA TodayAffected models include “select 2019-2020 X5, X7, 3 Series Sedan, X6, 7 Series Sedan, 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe and 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles.”

Here’s what customers should do

BMW owners affected by the recall will be notified by mail, according to the source. Drivers interested in checking to see if their vehicle is affected can go to NHTSA Website.

Delaware Online BMW dealers will update the software on affected vehicles “free of charge,” the outlet added. Additionally, the outlet noted that BMW drivers can call customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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BMW is recalling more than 100,000 vehicles in the United States to address a potential issue involving the starter motor overheating. The recall includes 14 models, including the 2019 and 2020 BMW X5, X7, 3 Series, and 7 Series.… photo.twitter.com/jFXM9a79dK

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Tesla Recently Recalled Over One Million Cars

BMW isn’t the only car company to issue recalls in recent months. Shade room As previously reported, Tesla has recalled more than 1.8 million vehicles after a “software error” prevented the vehicles from “detecting that the hood was not latched.”

At that time, Daily mail reports that this defect may result in the hood not being unlocked while the vehicle is moving. Furthermore, this defect may obstruct the driver’s view, creating a risk of collision.

At the time, it was reported that Tesla had fixed the problem by sending out an “over-the-air software update.” Tesla had also previously issued a recall of more than two million vehicles in December 2023.

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