Filed by BMW of North America, LLC on February 21, 2025; 1 model-year listings affected.
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery, cables
NHTSA campaign 25V109000 · reported February 21, 2025 · BMW of North America, LLC · 114 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator may have been improperly tightened and overheat.
- The risk
- An overheated battery cable connection can cause an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an overheated battery cable increases the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator, or replace the positive battery cable and starter-generator if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.
Whether a particular car is included depends on its build date: check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.