SeatsRecall 23V-211 · BMW vehicles
BMW of North America, LLC recall 23V-211 covers 51 BMW vehicles for a seats problem, reported to NHTSA on March 29, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q1) shows 88% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V211000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the 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.
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
88%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.