Nearly 200,000 Toyota Supra and BMW Z4 sports cars – and other more popular BMW models – have been recalled in the US, and some Australian vehicles are also likely to be caught up in what has now become a global issue.

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The US product safety recall for both models is due to a potential starter motor defect which could see the BMW-produced 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine fitted to some Supra coupes and Z4 roadsters switch on by itself, or even catch fire.

This means Australian Supra owners will

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