German automaker BMW Group said on the 11th that it will recall hundreds of thousands of cars worldwide due to a potential safety risk in the engine start device.
In a statement, BMW said that this recall involves vehicles produced between July 2020 and July 2022 that are equipped with the relevant start device. In addition, vehicles that had the relevant start device installed during maintenance are also affected.
The statement pointed out that a total of 16 models are affected. The company will send letters to notify owners to replace possibly defective devices.
According to German media reports, affected vehicles may experience excessive start attempts and increased wear of the starter solenoid. There is also the possibility of short circuits causing local overheating of the starter, or even fire while driving.
According to an authoritative German automotive industry publication, the number of cars recalled by BMW this time may reach as high as 575,000.
In September 2025, BMW Group had previously announced a recall of more than 330,000 cars due to a potential short circuit hazard in the starter and related components.