Medium DVSA Vehicles
Bmw recalls X5 — Replace the engine starter motor
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⚠ What You Should Do
Replacement of the starter motor.
Recall Details
Defect: For affected vehicles local overheating may occur at the electrical contacts of the vehicle's engine starter motor. This may cause an increase in current flow resulting in local overheating or risk of thermal event.
Remedy: Replacement of the starter motor.
Vehicles affected: 4
DVSA Recall Reference: R/2025/406
Make: BMW | Model: X5
To check if your specific vehicle is affected, visit the DVSA vehicle recall checker, select your vehicle make and model, and look for recall reference R/2025/406.
Why This Product Is Dangerous
For affected vehicles local overheating may occur at the electrical contacts of the vehicle's engine starter motor. This may cause an increase in current flow resulting in local overheating or risk of thermal event.