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2019 BMW 3 Series SEATS Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Low Priority

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for SEATS issues.

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SEATS Safety Recalls

Low Priority #23V211000 Plain English
Component

SEATS

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The seat frame in your vehicle is a critical part that connects the seat to the car's chassis. It might not have been welded correctly in certain 2019-2021 models.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seat frame isn't secure, it could fail to hold you in place during a crash, increasing the risk of serious injury.
Free Fix
Your authorized BMW dealer will replace the seat frame and backrest with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2023 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, 2020-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, 2021 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, and X4M vehicles. The seat frame may not have been welded properly to the seat rails.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat frame and back rest, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Other BMW 3 Series 2019 Recalls

SEAT BELTS
2 recalls
BACK OVER PREVENTION
2 recalls
STEERING
1 recall
ENGINE
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall

Other BMW 3 Series Years

2025
1 recall
2024
3 recalls
2023
4 recalls
2022
3 recalls
2021
10 recalls
2020
15 recalls
2018
6 recalls
2017
3 recalls
2016
5 recalls
2015
8 recalls
2014
12 recalls
2013
9 recalls
2012
8 recalls
2011
11 recalls
2010
9 recalls
2009
7 recalls
2008
6 recalls
2007
7 recalls
2006
11 recalls
2005
5 recalls
2004
5 recalls
2003
8 recalls
2002
8 recalls
2001
8 recalls
2000
7 recalls

Similar SEATS Recalls in Other Vehicles

2018 FORD Transit
90 SEATS recalls
2016 FORD Transit
81 SEATS recalls
2017 FORD Transit
81 SEATS recalls
2015 FORD Transit
72 SEATS recalls
2016 HONDA Odyssey
36 SEATS recalls
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class
36 SEATS recalls

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2019 BMW 3 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the SEATS recall for the 2019 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #23V211000)

The seat frame in your vehicle is a critical part that connects the seat to the car's chassis. It might not have been welded correctly in certain 2019-2021 models. If the seat frame isn't secure, it could fail to hold you in place during a crash, increasing the risk of serious injury. Your authorized BMW dealer will replace the seat frame and backrest with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2023 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.