Recall 23V211000: 2019–2021 BMW 330I, 2019–2021 BMW M340I, 2020–2021 BMW X3 +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 29, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- 51
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, 2020-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, 2021 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, and X4M vehicles. The seat frame may not have been welded properly to the seat rails.
The risk
An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the seat frame and back rest, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2019 BMW 330I
- 2020 BMW 330I
- 2021 BMW 330I
- 2019 BMW M340I
- 2020 BMW M340I
- 2021 BMW M340I
- 2020 BMW X3
- 2021 BMW X3
- 2021 BMW X4
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V211000
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- May 22, 2023
- Components
- Seats (Seats & Seat Belts)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology