BMW one or more of the compression springs that lock the backrest may not have been installed properly, and could dislodge or detach.
The short version
BMW of North America, LLC reported a problem with the seats. Here is what owners need to know.
One or more of the compression springs that lock the backrest may not have been installed properly, and could dislodge or detach.
In a crash, the seat backrest may not fully lock, increasing the risk of injury.
Take it to a dealer — they will inspect the third-row seat and, if necessary, remove and reinstall improperly installed compression springs, and reinstall any missing springs, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 22V-670.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2019–2022 | BMW X7 |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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