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NHTSA recall 20V465000

Electrical System, Power Train · BMW of North America, LLC

August 7, 2020report date
21units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: The starter motor may have an extra bolt that could potentially fall into the transmission housing and cause an engine stall.

Why it matters: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the starter motor for the extra bolt, removing it if necessary. Dealers will also inspect the starter for damage, and check if the bolt has fallen into the transmission housing, replacing any damaged parts as necessary. All repairs will be performed…

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All model years NHTSA lists

2020 Bmw X5, 2020 Bmw X7.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 20V465000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.