2020 Bmw X7 | 2020 Bmw X5 — Electrical system: starter assembly
Published August 10, 2020 · Recall initiated: August 7, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V465000, published August 10, 2020 and initiated August 7, 2020. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2020 Bmw X7 | 2020 Bmw X5 — Electrical system: starter assembly.
What's the hazard
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive 40i, X5 xDrive 40i and one X7 xDrive 40i vehicle. The starter motor may have an extra bolt that could potentially fall into the transmission housing and cause an engine stall.
What to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the starter motor for the extra bolt, removing it if necessary. Dealers will also inspect the starter for damage, and check if the bolt has fallen into the transmission housing, replacing any damaged parts as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 2, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- X7
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2020 BMW X7 | 2020 BMW X5
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Bmw X7 | 2020 Bmw X5 — Electrical system: starter assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V465000 on August 10, 2020. Reported hazard: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive 40i, X5 xDrive 40i and one X7 xDrive 40i vehicle. The starter motor may have an extra bolt that could potentially fall into the transmission housing and cause an engine stall.
What should I do if I have this product?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the starter motor for the extra bolt, removing it if necessary. Dealers will also inspect the starter for damage, and check if the bolt has fallen into the transmission housing, replacing any damaged parts as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 2, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BMW. Model: X7.