Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 7 Series. Published by Transport Canada as 2026515 on 21 October 2026. System: Electrical. 24 vehicles affected in Canada.
What the notice says On certain vehicles, the engine starter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the positive battery cable may not be secured properly to the starter and could become loose. If this happens, there could be electrical arcing(sparks)
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| Recall number | 2026515 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bmw |
| Manufacturer recall number | G12 G30 |
| Category | Car |
| System | Electrical |
| Notice type | Safety Mfr |
| Published | 21 October 2026 |
| Last updated by Transport Canada | 28 October 2026 |
| Model years | 2018-2020 |
| Vehicles named | Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 7 Series |
What the notice says today
The issue
On certain vehicles, the engine starter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the positive battery cable may not be secured properly to the starter and could become loose. If this happens, there could be electrical arcing(sparks)
The safety risk
Electrical arcing could create the risk of a fire.
What will be done
To reduce the safety risk, BMW recommends not using the remote start function and not leaving the vehicle unattended with the engine running until the recall repairs have been completed. BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine starter.
Note
This recall affects certain vehicles repaired by a BMW dealer during Transport Canada recall no. 2026-332.
Version française (Transport Canada)
Problème : Sur certains véhicules, le démarreur du moteur pourrait ne pas avoir été fabriqué correctement. Par conséquent, le câble positif de la batterie pourrait ne pas être correctement fixé au démarreur et pourrait se desserrer. Si cela se produisait, il pourrait y avoir des arcs électriques (étincelles). Remarque : Ce rappel concerne certains véhicules réparés par un concessionnaire BMW dans le cadre du rappel no 2026-332 de Transports Canada. Risques pour la sécurité : Un arc électrique peut créer un risque d'incendie. Mesures correctives : Pour réduire les risques pour la sécurité, BMW recommande de ne pas utiliser la fonction de démarrage à distance et de ne pas laisser le véhicule sans surveillance avec le moteur en marche jusqu'à ce que les réparations à faire dans le cadre du rappel aient été effectuées. BMW doit aviser les propriétaires par la poste et leur demander d'amener leur véhicule chez un concessionnaire pour inspecter et, au besoin, remplacer le démarreur du moteur.
What it said before
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