BEIJING, Oct. 5 (Xinhua) -- German auto brand BMW will recall 45 cars in the Chinese market due to problems in engine control modules, according to China's market regulator.

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The recall, starting Oct. 25, will involve a component of imported i3 electric cars manufactured between Jan. 9 and Feb. 21, 2019, according to a statement by the State Administration for Market Regulation.
The defect may cause the module to shut off high-voltage power to the drive system and result in a loss of propulsion, posing safety risks, the statement said.
BMW China Automotive Trading Ltd. will replace the defective parts of the affected vehicles free of charge.