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BMW X3 Recall 24V534: Cargo rail may detach in rear crash, raising injury risk

NHTSA campaign 24V534, reported July 17, 2024, 282,387 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2018-2023 BMW X3 vehicles may have an interior cargo rail attachment that can become damaged in a rear-end crash. If that happens, the cargo rail can detach from the vehicle, which increases the risk of injury to occupants.

BMW will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. If you have questions, you can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls, and schedule the free repair at an authorized BMW dealer.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 24V534BMW of North America, LLC
Component
STRUCTURE
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2023 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the interior cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.
Risk
Interior cargo rail detachment during a rear crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. 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.

Affected vehicles

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