BMW recalls more than 1.3millon models BMW is recalling more than 100,000 cars in the UK  and 367,000 in the US because of a battery problem which could, in extreme cases, cause a fire. The German car firm said it was recalling 1.3 million cars around the world after the problem came to light through \'continuous testing\' and customer complaints.
A BMW spokesman said it was recalling 109,000 5 Series and 6 Series models in the UK because of \'an issue with a battery cable cover which, in a small number of cases, has been incorrectly fitted\'.
A spokesman for the company said: \'In rare cases this could result in owners not being able to start their vehicle.
\'In extremely rare cases the electrical system could malfunction, leading to a scorching of the boot floor and a fire may result.
\'This issue has come to light through the continuous testing and development of BMW vehicles and some customer feedback.
\'No accidents or injuries to a person have been reported to us. The number of cars affected by this recall during the seven-year time frame in the UK is 109,000.
\'Owners of affected cars will be contacted in the coming weeks and asked to arrange a visit to their dealer.
\'Any concerned BMW 5 Series and 6 Series owners should contact the BMW customer service number on 0800 325600.\'