Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

14V650000

ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLCReported2014-10-17Affected11 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 X5 vehicles manufactured September 12, 2014,to September 21, 2014 and equipped with the optional rear comfort seat. The left rear seat belt attachment point in the affected vehicles may not have been sufficiently welded.

Risk

In the event of a crash, the seat belt attachment could break and fail to restrain a seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left rear seat frame, free of charge. The recall began November 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

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