Recall 26V056000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 26V056000. Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY. 87,394 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
Fire increases the risk of injury.
Defect Summary
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4 Series (Coupe), 2021-2024 3 Series, 2021-2023 X4, 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. A letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on March 27, 2026. Owners will receive another letter once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
Other BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC Recalls
Recent campaigns from the same manufacturer (last 3 years)
Recent BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC Recalls
| Campaign | Report Date | Component | Makes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V143000 | Mar 12, 2026 | SEAT BELTS | ROLLS-ROYCE | 102 |
| 26V115000 | Feb 26, 2026 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | BMW | 1 |
| 26V096000 | Feb 19, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | BMW | 58,713 |
| 26V064000 | Feb 4, 2026 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | BMW | 202 |
| 25V906000 | Dec 23, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES | BMW | 1 |
| 25V871000 | Dec 17, 2025 | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:HEAD | BMW | 851 |
| 25V857000 | Dec 11, 2025 | STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | BMW | 36,922 |
| 25V837000 | Dec 4, 2025 | AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS | BMW | 25 |
| 25V748000 | Oct 31, 2025 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | BMW | 5,361 |
| 25V717000 | Oct 21, 2025 | SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR | BMW, MINI | 1,024 |
Recalls Affecting the Same Makes
Campaigns touching BMW, TOYOTA from other manufacturers (last 3 years)
Same-Make Recall Activity
| Campaign | Report Date | Manufacturer | Component | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V203000 | Mar 31, 2026 | TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 73,528 |
| 26V179000 | Mar 24, 2026 | TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING | EQUIPMENT | 8,230 |
| 26V128000 | Mar 5, 2026 | TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING | SEATS | 550,007 |
| 26V110000 | Feb 25, 2026 | TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 86 |
| 26V049000 | Jan 28, 2026 | TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS | 141,286 |
| 26E005000 | Jan 23, 2026 | TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 79 |
| 26V038000 | Jan 23, 2026 | TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING | BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE | 161,268 |
| 25V872000 | Dec 17, 2025 | TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING | SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE | 39 |
| 25V876000 | Dec 17, 2025 | ROLLX VANS | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR: | 86 |
| 25V877000 | Dec 17, 2025 | VANTAGE MOBILITY | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR: | 1,019 |
Consumer Complaints Referencing This Campaign
NHTSA complaints whose narratives mention 26V056000
Referencing Complaints
| Complaint ID | Incident Date | Vehicle | Component | Narrative Snippet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2181182 | Feb 14, 2026 | 2021 BMW X3 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | The contact owns a 2021 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving 65-70 MPH on the highway, the drivetrain malfuncti… |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.