SeatsRecall 19V-563 · BMW vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC recall 19V-563 covers 20 BMW vehicles for a seats problem, reported to NHTSA on July 31, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q3) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.

100%
Vehicles repaired20 of 20 · 2020 Q3
Vehicles affected202 models
ReportedJul 31, 2019Owners notified Sep 27, 2019
Complaints since2Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 19V563000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 X3 sDrive30i, xDrive30i and M40i and 2019 X4 xDrive30i and M40i vehicles. The front seatback frames may have been improperly welded, allowing the seatback to unexpectedly fold forward or rearward.

The risk

In the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury if the seatback folds forward or rearward.

What to do

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seats, free of charge. The recall began September 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service 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.safercar.gov.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

100%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2019 Q32020 Q3
2 models

Vehicles in this recall

Built from May 29, 2018 to June 10, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.