Recall 25V-636: 2022 BMW 230i, 2019–2021 BMW 330i and 7 more
BMW of North America, LLC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Sep 23, 2025, covering about 199,674 vehicles.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.
The risk
A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 14, 2025.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Starter Assembly › Relay |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V636000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| BMW 230i | 2022 | All years |
| BMW 330i | 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| BMW 430i | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| BMW 430i Convertible | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| BMW 530i | 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
| BMW X3 | 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
| BMW X4 | 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
| BMW Z4 | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Toyota Supra | 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V-636?
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.
How is recall 25V-636 fixed?
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 14, 2025.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.