2025 BMW X3 recall: cables
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on February 21, 2025. It covers about 114 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 114
- reported
- Feb 21, 2025
- owners notified
- Jun 5, 2025
- related complaints
- 15
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- 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.
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 25V109000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 15 complaints about electrical problems.
Questions about recall 25V109000
Is there a recall on the 2025 BMW X3 cables?
Yes. Recall 25V109000, reported on February 21, 2025, covers about 114 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 25V109000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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