Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The interior trunk release cable in your 330i, 330i xDrive, or M340i is like a lever that helps you open the trunk from inside the car. In some cases, it was installed incorrectly.
Risk if Unfixed
If someone is trapped inside the trunk, they could be hurt trying to get out. This is a serious safety issue.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will check the trunk release cable and fix it for free. You'll receive a notification, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 330i, 330i xDrive and M340i vehicles. The interior trunk release cable may have been improperly installed, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If a person were inside the trunk compartment, they may not be able to get out, increasing their risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the interior trunk release cable and properly install the cable, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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