NHTSA Recall # | 113749 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 14V650000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | X5 |
Model Year | 2015 |
Component | SEATS |
Date of notification | 16/12/14 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 12/09/14 |
End date of manufacturing | 21/09/14 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 17/10/14 |
Report created | 17/10/14 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 11 |
Defect summary | 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. |
Consequence summary | In the event of a crash, the seat belt attachment could break and fail to restrain a seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury. |
Corrective action | 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. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |