Ministry of PLAHI Alerts Safety Recall on Selected BMW Models (Recall 25V636)

Published 7th October 2025, 11:18 am

GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands – 7 September 2025

The Department of Vehicle and Drivers’ Licensing (DVDL) and the Ministry of Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing and Infrastructure (PLAHI), wishes to advise the public about an important recent safety recall recently issued by BMW concerning a potential defect in the certain BMW vehicles’ engine starter relay, which may pose a fire risk.

BMW has initiated a voluntary safety recall (Recall 25V636) affecting approximately 196,355 vehicles in the United States and potentially other markets. This issue has been identified as a high-priority safety concern, and vehicle owners are urged to review the details below and take the necessary corrective actions promptly. The prescribed remedy involves replacing the affected engine starter relay with a redesigned component free of this defect.

According to BMW, the defect involves the engine starter relay, which may experience water intrusion or corrosion over time. This can weaken the electrical connection, leading to overheating and, in rare cases, a short circuit that could result in a thermal event (fire) — even when the vehicle is parked. At this time, BMW has not reported any accidents or injuries related to this issue. 

The following models are included in the recall (but not limited to):

• BMW 3 Series (2019–2022)
• BMW 5 Series (2010–2022)
• BMW X3 / X4 (2020–2022)
• BMW Z4 (2019–2022)
• BMW 4 Series (2021–2022)
• BMW 2 Series (230i, 2022)
• Toyota Supra (2020–2022) – shares components with affected BMW models

Vehicle owners are advised to:

• Check if their vehicle is affected by visiting BMW’s recall website or contacting an authorised BMW dealer. 
• Schedule a free inspection and repair with their local dealer if their vehicle is included in the recall.
• Avoid parking near structures or flammable materials until the recall repair has been completed as a precaution.

The Ministry of Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing and Infrastructure and the Department of Vehicle and Drivers’ Licensing (DVDL) remind all motorists to stay informed about vehicle recalls and ensure that safety-related repairs are completed promptly to reduce risks on our roads.