BMW G30 (5-SERIES SALOON) and G31 (5-SERIES TOURING) recall: The emergency locking retractor (elr) in the front seat belt assemblies may be faulty
- What's wrong
- The vehicle sensitive locking mechanism for the front seatbelts may be incorrect causing either the belt not to lock or the webbing very difficult to pull out. If the locking mechanism does not function during a collision it will not restrain the wearer as per…
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the seat belts on both front seats and if necessary replaced.
What’s wrong
The vehicle sensitive locking mechanism for the front seatbelts may be incorrect causing either the belt not to lock or the webbing very difficult to pull out. If the locking mechanism does not function during a collision it will not restrain the wearer as per design intent and increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the seat belts on both front seats and if necessary replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| G30 (5-SERIES SALOON) | 2 Aug 2017 | 9 Aug 2017 | 307 |
| G31 (5-SERIES TOURING) | 2 Aug 2017 | 9 Aug 2017 | 307 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 2 October 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.