BMW recalls over 720,000 vehicles in the US due to risk of spontaneous fire

BMW's US division has announced a recall campaign affecting 720,796 vehicles. The reason for the measures is the identified threat of fire. A particular danger is that ignition may occur even when the engine is switched off.

Parking recommendations

The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has published recommendations for owners of the affected models. Until the defect is fully resolved, experts advise leaving vehicles in open areas. The car should be kept at a significant distance from buildings and other vehicles to minimise the risk of fire spreading.