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2023 BMW X1: Seat Belts recall

NHTSA campaign 23V260000 · 1,465 units potentially affected · filed Apr 12, 2023

What's wrong

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X1 xDrive28i, X1 M35i vehicles. On the second-row outboard seats, the seat belts may have been pinched by an interior trim panel during vehicle assembly.

Why it matters

A pinched seat belt may not function properly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and adjust the interior trim panel, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
23V260000
Manufacturer no.
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Manufacturer
BMW OF North America, Llc
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Units affected
1,465
Report received
Apr 12, 2023
Owner letters
Jun 9, 2023
Type
Vehicle

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