The defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 330i, 330i xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive) and X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.
The risk
A loose starter-generator connection can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, the wiring may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by MFR
Vehicles covered
| Model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 330i | 2025 |
| BMW 330I Xdrive | 2025 |
| BMW 430i | 2025 |
| BMW 430I Xdrive | 2025 |
| BMW 530i | 2025 |
| BMW 530I Xdrive | 2025 |
| BMW X3 | 2025 |
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Model years in this recall
NHTSA complaints and the number of recall campaigns for each model year this recall covers.
| Model | Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 330I Xdrive | 2025 | 0 | 1 |
| BMW 330i | 2025 | 6 | 1 |
| BMW 430I Xdrive | 2025 | 1 | 1 |
| BMW 430i | 2025 | 6 | 1 |
| BMW 530I Xdrive | 2025 | 0 | 3 |
| BMW 530i | 2025 | 1 | 4 |
| BMW X3 | 2025 | 38 | 9 |
Other electrical system recalls in 2025
148 of the 891 recall campaigns reported to NHTSA in 2025 concerned the electrical system; BMW of North America, LLC filed 347 campaigns in all.
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NHTSA recalls (public domain) · all recalls of 2025