Bmw — 3er, 4er, i4, 5er, i5, X3, G18 (X5), G68 (5er)
Passenger car.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Fire
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Hazard
- The positive battery cable of the starter-generator may not have been manufactured correctly. This could result in a loose electrical connection, leading to excessive contact resistance. The vehicle cannot charge or start. Contact points in the starter-generator could overheat and cause a vehicle fire.
- Origin
- Germany
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
What is this? This is a safety notice about some BMW cars. The positive battery cable in the starter-generator may not be made right. This can cause a loose connection and too much heat.
What's happening? The loose connection can make the car not charge or start. It can also overheat and start a fire in the car.
Does this affect me? This affects certain BMW cars in some countries. Check if your car is one of them.
What should I do? Take your car to a BMW dealer right away. Ask your dealer what to do next.
🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.
🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Fire · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The positive battery cable of the starter-generator may not have been manufactured correctly. This could result in a loose electrical connection, leading to excessive contact resistance. The vehicle cannot charge or start. Contact points in the starter-generator could overheat and cause a vehicle fire. · Origin: Germany
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