BMW recall: Seat Belt Warning (Front Seat Belts)
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles the hall sensor in the driver and passenger front seat belt stalks may not have been correctly installed and it may indicate the seat belt is inserted correctly when it actually is not.
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles the seat belt stalks will be tested and replaced if necessary.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles the hall sensor in the driver and passenger front seat belt stalks may not have been correctly installed and it may indicate the seat belt is inserted correctly when it actually is not.
The fix
On affected vehicles the seat belt stalks will be tested and replaced if necessary.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| X5M | 11 Apr 2024 | 11 Apr 2024 | 1 |
| X5 | 5 Apr 2024 | 20 Apr 2024 | 71 |
| X6 | 12 Apr 2024 | 18 Apr 2024 | 10 |
| X7 | 11 Apr 2024 | 20 Apr 2024 | 19 |
| XM | 16 Apr 2024 | 18 Apr 2024 | 3 |
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 20 May 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.