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BMW X1 Recall 23V260: Rear Seat Belts May Not Work Properly in a Crash

NHTSA campaign 23V260, reported April 12, 2023, 1,465 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2023 BMW X1 vehicles may have rear outboard seat belts that were pinched by an interior trim panel during assembly. A pinched seat belt may not function properly, which increases the risk of injury in a crash.

If you own an affected vehicle, BMW dealers will inspect the interior trim panel and adjust it as needed at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2023. You can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for more information, and check your VIN for any open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 23V260BMW of North America, LLC
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X1 xDrive28i, X1 M35i vehicles. On the second-row outboard seats, the seat belts may have been pinched by an interior trim panel during vehicle assembly.
Risk
A pinched seat belt may not function properly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and adjust the interior trim panel, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2023. 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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

BMW X12023