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2019 BMW 3 SERIESTransport Canada Recall #2025499
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, water could leak into the starter relay and cause it to corrode. If this happens, the relay could short circuit and the starter could overheat.
Safety Risk
A short circuit and/or a starter that overheats can create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.
Remedy
To reduce the safety risk, BMW advises that you should park your vehicle outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed. BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the engine starter.
17,761 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 12 89 25RCUpdated June 10, 2026