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ElectricalCA2026515

BMW 5 SERIES

BMW 5 SERIES

Published
2026-10-21
Model years
2018–2020

Issue: On certain vehicles, the engine starter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the positive battery cable may not be secured properly to the starter and could become loose. If this happens, there could be electrical arcing(sparks) Note: This recall affects certain vehicles repaired by a BMW dealer during Transport Canada recall no. 2026-332. Safety Risk: Electrical arcing could create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, BMW recommends not using the remote start function and not leaving the vehicle unattended with the engine running until the recall repairs have been completed. BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine starter.

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BMW 7 SERIES

Published
2026-10-21
Model years
2018–2019

Issue: On certain vehicles, the engine starter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the positive battery cable may not be secured properly to the starter and could become loose. If this happens, there could be electrical arcing(sparks) Note: This recall affects certain vehicles repaired by a BMW dealer during Transport Canada recall no. 2026-332. Safety Risk: Electrical arcing could create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, BMW recommends not using the remote start function and not leaving the vehicle unattended with the engine running until the recall repairs have been completed. BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine starter.

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