Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The B-pillar is a structural part of your X1's roof and frame. In certain models from 2016-2019, this pillar might not work well enough to keep you safe in a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If your head hits the B-pillar in a crash, it might not absorb enough of the impact. This could increase your risk of injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the inner trim on the B-pillars with new, improved pieces, at no cost to you. They'll let you know when to bring your vehicle in, and you should expect a second notice once the parts are available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2019 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles. In the event of a crash where the occupants head contacts the B-pillar, the pillar may not absorb an adequate amount of the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash, the insufficient impact absorption can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vertical trim pieces on the upper portion of the interior B-Pillars, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 1, 2019. Second notices will be sent as parts become available, starting on September 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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