Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The B-pillar in your X1 is a critical support structure that helps protect your head and neck in a crash. In some 2016-2019 models, it might not do its job properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in an accident and your head hits the B-pillar, the pillar might not absorb the impact well enough. This could increase your risk of getting hurt.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the B-pillar trim pieces with stronger ones, at no cost to you. You'll get a letter with instructions on how to schedule the repair, and they'll take care of it as soon as possible.
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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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