Use cautionVehicle recall · NHTSA · Published April 1, 2025
BMW 2025 430i Electrical System Recall: Engine Stall and Fire Risk
BMW is recalling certain 2025 430i models due to a loose starter-generator connection that can cause engine stalls and fire risks. Owners must have their vehicle inspected by a dealer for free.
A loose starter-generator connection can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, the wiring may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
“BMW 2025 430i Electrical System Recall: Engine Stall and Fire Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated August 17, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/81916-bmw-2025-430i-electrical-system-recall-engine-stall-and-fire. Based on NHTSA recall #25V202000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V202000).
BMW of North America, LLC recalled certain 2025 BMW vehicles for a loose starter-generator connection that can cause an engine stall or fire, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on April 1, 2025. Dealers will inspect and replace parts free of charge.
How to tell if you have it
BMW 330i xDrive, 2025
BMW 330i, 2025
BMW 430i xDrive, 2025
BMW 430i, 2025
BMW 530i xDrive, 2025
BMW 530i, 2025
BMW X3 xDrive, 2025
What to do
Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The hazard
A loose starter-generator connection can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, the wiring may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show BMW of North America, LLC has 291 other recalls on record since Oct. 12, 2009. Other recent recalls include the BMW 750e xDrive power loss risk (Aug. 12, 2026), the BMW X3 steering control risk (Aug. 12, 2026), and the BMW X4 engine starter fire risk (Aug. 7, 2026). NHTSA records show manufacturers sent 42 technical service bulletins for the 2025 BMW 330i through Aug. 22, 2026. Other recent recalls of similar products include the Volkswagen Jetta electrical fire risk (March 11, 2026), the Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC electrical fire risk (June 2, 2026), and the Ford Mustang Mach-E electrical system crash or fire risk (Sept. 9, 2026).
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle is a 2025 BMW 430i model. The recall covers specific trim levels including the 4 Series Coupe and Convertible.
Brand
BMW
Category
Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy
What to do — step by step
Contact BMW Customer Service
Call 1-800-525-7417 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a repair.
Have Dealer Inspect Vehicle
Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable if needed, free of charge.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 57 days.
1NHTSA received the defect report
2Interim owner letters mailed
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Take action
Contact BMW
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V202000 — BMW 2025 430i Electrical System Recall: Engine Stall and Fire Risk
Hello,
I own a BMW 2025 430i Electrical System Recall: Engine Stall and Fire Risk that is covered by recall 25V202000 from BMW.
The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 17, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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