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BMW-X6-2018-2020-engine-fire

Illustrative photo: Source BMW

BMW X6 (2018 – 2020)

engine fire

The software-based overload protection function cannot sufficiently prevent the starter being overloaded in the event of repeated long start-up attempts. The starter may overheat or sparks may be produced as a result of an increased current flow. This increases the risk of a fire.

The BMW X6 vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 1 August 2018 – 31 May 2020.

BMW recall code: 0012230600
Affected models: X5, X6, X7, 7, 8, M340
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 120.059

Source: Rapex Alert 35/2024 A12/02466/24

Type of alertSerious
Production period01. 08. 2018 - 31. 05. 2020
RiskFire
Type/number of model
Country of originGermany
Alert submitted byGermany
Measures taken by economic operatorsSee the source
Products were found and measures were taken also inSee the source
Published by Rapex30/08/2024

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What should an owner do if there's a recall?

Please note that the recall may not apply to all vehicles produced in a given period. If you think your car might be affected, you should immediately contact a BMW dealer or workshop officially authorised to perform repairs on behalf of the manufacturer and ask for the details. You can use our sample request text. After reporting the vehicle's VIN code, you will find out if the defect is present on your car, or if it has already been resolved by the previous owner if the car was purchased second-hand.

If you wish to know more about the eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accident damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), in that case, we suggest going to this page.

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