CarRecallWatch- Component
- SEATS
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 740i, 760i xDrive, and i7 xDrive60 vehicles. The front seat length adjustment system may not have been welded properly.
- Risk
- An improperly welded front seat may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the front seats and if necessary, replace the seat front structure including the seat length adjustment system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 3, 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.
What this recall means for you
The front seat length adjustment system may not have been welded properly during manufacturing. A seat with a poor weld may not properly restrain an occupant, which raises the risk of injury in a crash.
Authorized BMW dealers will inspect the front seats and, if needed, replace the front seat structure, including the seat length adjustment system. The repair is free of charge. Owners who received the notification letter mailed August 3, 2023 can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. You can also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your car is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW 740i | 2023 |
|---|---|
| BMW 760i | 2023 |
| BMW I7 | 2023 |