BMW Orders 29,000 Drivers to Park Outside After Recall Discovery

BMW has issued a sweeping recall affecting more than 29,000 vehicles in the U.S., and the warning is blunt: park your car outside, away from anything flammable. The automaker says a short circuit in the car's electrical system could cause a fire, even when the engine is off.

The recall covers certain 2022-2026 models, including the popular X1, X2, X3, and X5 SUVs, as well as select 5 Series sedans and Z4 roadsters. BMW traced the problem to a faulty component in the starter generator, which can overheat and ignite nearby materials. No crashes or injuries have been reported yet, but the company is urging owners to take the warning seriously.

For drivers in the Boca Raton area, this means pulling your BMW out of the garage and keeping it at least 50 feet from any structure or other vehicles until repairs are complete. Dealers will replace the part for free, and BMW is working to get parts to service centers as quickly as possible.

If you own one of the affected models, check your recall notice or call Boca Auto Care to confirm whether your vehicle is included and schedule the fix.