BMW is doing a massive recall for some 1.3 million models worldwide. The Bavarian automaker said that the recall affects all previous generation 5-Series and 6-Series models built between 2003 and 2010.

In a statement by the automaker, in some "remote cases", the battery cable cover inside the boot of the affected models may not have been correctly installed.

"This can result in the electrical system malfunctioning, the vehicle failing to start and, in some cases, to charring or fire," said BMW.

"Vehicle owners will be notified in writing. Affected vehicles will remain at the respective BMW Partner repair workshop for approximately 30 minutes, the service, of course, being free of charge to the customer," BMW said in a statement.