BMW M3 and 3 SERIES recall: The screw connection of the front seat belt buckle assembly to the seat frame may not be tightened properly
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The screw connection of the front seat belt buckle assembly to the seat frame may not be tightened properly.
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles the screw connection of the lower belt of the front seats will be checked and if necessary reworked.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The screw connection of the front seat belt buckle assembly to the seat frame may not be tightened properly.
The fix
On affected vehicles the screw connection of the lower belt of the front seats will be checked and if necessary reworked.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| M3 | 2 Feb 2021 | 10 Mar 2021 | 60 |
| 3 SERIES | 7 Sep 2020 | 4 Mar 2021 | 60 |
| 3 SERIES | 4 Sep 2020 | 11 Mar 2021 | 60 |
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 17 May 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.