Seats: critical fastenersRecall 22V-942 · 2023 BMW X5
BMW of North America, LLC recall 22V-942 covers 4 2023 BMW X5 for a seats: critical fasteners problem, reported to NHTSA on December 19, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q4) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V942000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X5 sDrive40i, X5 M50i and X5 xDrive 45e vehicles. One of the four bolts that connects the backrest to the driver's seat frame may not have been correctly installed.
The risk
A loose driver's seat backrest may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the driver's seat backrest and if necessary, install an attachment bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 17, 2023. 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.
How fast cars are being fixed
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.