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πŸ’₯ Crash risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 19V135πŸ“… Feb 28, 2019

2019 BMW X7 recall: seats

⚠️ What's wrong

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019 BMW X7 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive50i vehicles equipped with the "business lounge seat" option. The attachment bolts between the seat adapter and the vehicle may not have been properly tightened.

πŸ’₯ The risk

If the bolts were not properly tightened, in the event of a crash, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury.

πŸ”§ The fix

None of the affected vehicles have been sold and are quarantined on dealer lots. BMW dealers will replace the attachment bolts for the seat adapter, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW's customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
19V135000
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Vehicles affected
31
Component
SEATS
Owner phone
1-800-525-7417
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 27, 2019
Built
Oct 30, 2018 – Jan 10, 2019
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 19V135 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 19V135?

2019 BMW X7. 31 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized BMW dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-525-7417.