Component
SEATS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle may have a faulty seat belt attachment point in the left rear seat, which is a part of the seat frame.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash, this attachment point could break, putting you at risk of injury because the seat belt might not hold you securely in place.
Free Fix
We'll replace the left rear seat frame for free, so you can drive safely and worry-free. This service will be done at a BMW dealership at a time that's convenient for you.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 X5 vehicles manufactured September 12, 2014,to September 21, 2014 and equipped with the optional rear comfort seat. The left rear seat belt attachment point in the affected vehicles may not have been sufficiently welded.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash, the seat belt attachment could break and fail to restrain a seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left rear seat frame, free of charge. The recall began November 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
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