FILE - The BMW brand logo can be seen on the facade of one of the manufacturer's dealerships in Munich (Bavaria, Germany)The BriefApproximately 318,495 vehicles of varying models from BMW have been recalled.The recall stems from concerns that the engine starter could potentially overheat and catch fire.Owners of the models included in this recall can take their vehicle to any nearby dealership and get a free replacement.BMW is recalling hundreds of thousands of vehicles that were sold in the United States because of the engine starter potentially overheating and catching fire, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).AdvertisementAdvertisementThe NHTSA issued the recall on Thursday. By the numbersApproximately 318,495 vehicles are included in this recall. Dig deeperThe recall involves these models: Toyota Supra4 series convertible4 series coupe3 seriesX4X3What you can doOwners of vehicles involved in this recall can go to nearby dealerships and have their engine starters replaced for free. BMW previous recallJust last week, BMW issued a recall for 29,000 vehicles due to a similar issue. The recall involved three of its hybrid models due to concerns that corrosion inside the starter relay could cause a short-circuit and potentially overheat the starter.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe SourceInformation for this article was taken from reporting by Reuters and an NHTSA safety recall report. Previous reporting by Nick Viviani with FOX also contributed. This story was reported from San Jose.
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