Thousands of BMWs Recalled in Austria Due to Fire Risk

In Austria, 18,951 vehicles are affected, the Bavarian car manufacturer announced to the APA on Friday. In Germany, about 136,500 vehicles are affected. In the USA, another approximately 195,000 cars are affected. Numerous models from a production period between September 2015 and September 2021 are affected, also in Asia and other European countries.

BMW: Affected Cars Should Only Be Parked Outdoors

In the vehicles, water can enter the starter at certain points and cause corrosion, according to BMW. Starting the engine may then no longer be possible. It can also lead to a short circuit and consequently to local overheating at the starter. "In the worst-case scenario, this could possibly lead to a vehicle fire."

According to BMW, this can also occur when the vehicle is parked. Affected customers are therefore urgently advised to "park their vehicle outdoors and not in close proximity to buildings until the repair is carried out." BMW did not comment on the costs of the recall. Since the starter needs to be replaced and a stronger battery may need to be installed in some cars, these costs could certainly add up.

(APA/Red)

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