Is the 2021 BMW X3 safe to drive?

The 2021 BMW X3 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 23V211000

Low Priority Plain English 2023-03-29

What This Recall Means

Component

SEATS

What Happened

The seat frame in your vehicle is the metal structure that supports your seat. In certain models, it may not be properly attached to the seat rails.

Risk if Unfixed

If you're in an accident, an improperly attached seat frame could fail to keep you safe, increasing the risk of serious injury.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your BMW dealer will replace the seat frame and back rest with new, properly attached parts – at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #23V211000. 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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