CarRecallWatch- Component
- SEAT BELTS; SEATS
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 X5 xDrive40i and xDrive50i vehicles. The attachment bolts for the driver's seat and/or seat belt may not have been properly tightened.
- Risk
- The improperly tightened bolts can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the attachment bolts for the driver's seat and seat belt, and torque them to the correct specifications, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some driver's seat or seat belt attachment bolts may not have been tightened properly at the factory. If they are loose, they can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix is free. Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and seat belt attachment bolts and tighten them to the correct specification where needed. BMW will also notify affected owners. If you have not received a notice, you can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417, and you can check your VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW X5 | 2019 |
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