BMW Recall 24V-576: Engine and engine cooling

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload.

The risk

A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign	24V-576 (24V576000)
Manufacturer	BMW of North America, LLC
Component	Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Engine control module (ECU/ECM) › Software
Report date	August 1, 2024
Owners notified	September 27, 2024
Vehicles affected	105,588
Initiated by	Manufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 4 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Owner complaints about the engine & cooling

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 24V-576 repair free?

Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 105,588 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.