Known Recalls

Model year record

2025 BMW 330I

1 recall campaign on file for this model year. 8 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 25V202000

Electrical system: starter assembly

Component
Electrical system: starter assembly
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Vehicles affected
4,557
Reported to NHTSA
2025-04-01
Owners notified
2025-08-08

Defect description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 330i, 330i xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive) and X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.

Safety risk

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.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera2—
Electrical system2—
Tires: sidewall2—
Visibility/wiper2—

The 2024 model has about half as many complaints as this one. The 2026 model has 4 times as many complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.