1 recallRisk Grade: BMost severe issue:High Priority
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2018 BMW 4 Series · 1 recorded campaigns · Prepared 2026-11-08
Model-year records do not confirm VIN eligibility or completed repairs. Ask your dealer to check your VIN and the original filing's safety instructions.
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SEAT BELTS:FRONT
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The emergency lock on your car's front seat belt is a safety mechanism that helps keep you securely fastened in during a crash. In some 2018 BMWs, this lock might not work properly because of a manufacturing mistake.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seat belt lock fails, you might not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, which could lead to serious injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect and replace the front seat belt assemblies with new ones that work correctly – at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2017 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 2018 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, and M4 convertible vehicles. The Emergency Locking Retractors (ELR) within the front seat belt assemblies may have been produced with incompatible vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism housings.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the vehicle has an incompatible vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism, the seat belt may not restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary replace, the front seat belt assemblies, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
What is the overall risk grade for the 2018 BMW 4 Series?
The 2018 BMW 4 Series has a risk grade of B. This grade is calculated from 1 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).
How many safety recalls does the 2018 BMW 4 Series have?
The 2018 BMW 4 Series has 1 known safety recall on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
What is the most severe recall for the 2018 BMW 4 Series?
The most severe recall for the 2018 BMW 4 Series is classified as high. This indicates a serious safety concern that should be addressed promptly.
Is the 2018 BMW 4 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 SEAT BELTS:FRONT recall for the 2018 BMW 4 Series? (Campaign #17V507000)
The emergency lock on your car's front seat belt is a safety mechanism that helps keep you securely fastened in during a crash. In some 2018 BMWs, this lock might not work properly because of a manufacturing mistake. If the seat belt lock fails, you might not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, which could lead to serious injury. Your BMW dealer will inspect and replace the front seat belt assemblies with new ones that work correctly – at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2017 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
