BMW Australia has issued a product security recall for greater than 15,000 autos throughout its X3, X4, Z4, 3 Sequence, 4 Sequence, 5 Sequence and 6 Sequence mannequin strains.
First found in BMW-powered four-cylinder Toyota Supra autos offered within the US, the issue pertains to doubtlessly defective starter motors hooked up to the turbocharged ‘B48’ 2.0-litre petrol engine within the BMW 320d, 320i, 330i, 420i, 430i, 520d, 520i, 530i, 620d, 630i, X3, X4, and Z4.
“As a consequence of a producing defect, insufficient sealing of the starter motor might enable moisture to enter into the unit. If this happens, corrosion might outcome within the engine not beginning,” says BMW in its recall discover.
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“In uncommon instances, it might additionally trigger a brief circuit resulting in overheating of the starter motor and within the worst case, to a automobile fireplace whereas parked or driving.
“A automobile fireplace might enhance the chance of damage or loss of life to automobile occupants, different highway customers, bystanders and/or harm to property.”
- A complete of 15,352 autos are affected, produced between 2016 and 2020
- The Car Identification Quantity (VIN) record is hooked up right here
- The unique recall discover is hooked up right here
If you happen to personal an affected automobile, you can be contacted by BMW to schedule an appointment instantly together with your most popular authorised BMW seller to interchange the starter motor, freed from cost.
In case you have any additional questions, you’ll be able to contact BMW Australia through its recall hotline (1800 243 675), through e-mail (information@bmw.com.au) or through its recall web site.
