NHTSA recall 19V-096: Seats

BMW of North America, LLC · Reported February 13, 2019 · 1 affected model year

Seats recall

19V-096
February 13, 2019 · BMW of North America, LLC
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.
Safety 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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number19V096000
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
Report dateFebruary 13, 2019
ComponentSeats
Fixed over the airNo

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.

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