US Recall Expands: Owners of 720,000 BMWs Urged to Park Outside
Outdoor parking advised
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says affected BMW owners should keep their vehicles outside until repairs are completed. It also advises leaving space between the cars, buildings and other vehicles.
The agency’s warning concerns a fire risk linked to a defect. The affected models had already been recalled in 2024 to address a water pump issue, but regulators say a further repair is needed.
BMW working on another fix
BMW is developing a solution for the problem. The company has identified 10 fires that may be connected to the defect, occurring after vehicles received service under the 2024 recall.
Federal regulators said they are not aware of any crashes or injuries associated with the issue. The available information does not establish that the defect caused each of the reported fires.
Owner notices due in December
Letters about the issue are expected to begin arriving on Dec. 25, 2026. Owners can contact BMW’s recall hotline at 800-525-7417 or NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 with questions.
Starting on the same date, affected vehicle identification numbers and license plate numbers are expected to be searchable at NHTSA.gov/Recalls. Owners are advised to follow the outdoor parking guidance while waiting for repairs.
Key points
- More than 720,000 BMWs are included in the expanded recall warning.
- NHTSA advises owners to park affected vehicles outdoors, away from buildings and other cars.
- BMW has identified 10 potentially related fires after the 2024 recall service.
- Owner letters and an online vehicle search are expected to be available Dec. 25, 2026.