(The Hill) – BMW has recalled more than 145,000 vehicles over fire risk from overheated starters, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

The recall was announced on Sept. 25 and it involved 145,102 vehicles, impacting X5, X6, X7, 2020 340I, 840I and 740 LI models.

NHTSA said that in some cases, the engine starter might not start the car properly, which could lead to the local overheating of the engine starter.”

“If the starter overheats, locally, during these starting situations, the engine acoustic protection material can be ignited if contaminated,” NHTSA said. “In rare cases, this could lead to a thermal event while driving or shortly after parking, if the vehicle had a starting event shortly before being parked.”

The engine starter will be swapped

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