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 as soon as you get the recall notice.
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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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