SeatsRecall 22V-670 · 2019–2022 BMW X7

BMW of North America, LLC recall 22V-670 covers 246 2019–2022 BMW X7 for a seats problem, reported to NHTSA on September 7, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q3) shows 91% of affected vehicles repaired.

91%
Vehicles repaired225 of 246 · 2024 Q3
Vehicles affected2461 model
ReportedSep 7, 2022Owners notified Nov 4, 2022
Complaints since14Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 22V670000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2022 BMW X7 xDrive40i, X7 Drive50i, X7 M50i vehicles with third-row seats. One or more of the compression springs that lock the backrest may not have been installed properly, and could dislodge or detach.

The risk

In a crash, the seat backrest may not fully lock, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect the third-row seat and, if necessary, remove and reinstall improperly installed compression springs, and reinstall any missing springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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

91%repaired

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

0%50%100%2022 Q42024 Q3
1 model

Vehicles in this recall