Is the 2001 BMW X5 safe to drive?

The 2001 BMW X5 has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

Campaign 00V261000

High Priority Plain English 2000-09-11

What This Recall Means

Component

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

What Happened

There's a problem with the bolts that secure your front seat belts in your sport utility vehicle. They might not be tightened properly.

Risk if Unfixed

If you get into a crash, your seat belt might not be able to keep you safe, which could lead to serious injury.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

A dealership will check the bolts and tighten them if needed, and this service is free.

Affected Vehicles

2001 BMW X5

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #00V261000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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