BMW X7 2021: SEATS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V670000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | X7 | 2021 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2022-11-04 | 2022-09-07 | 2022-09-08 |
Production Dates: 2020-07-28 - 2020-08-03
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: SEATS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 246
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2019-2022 BMW X7 xDrive40i, X7 Drive50i, X7 M50i vehicles with third-row seats. 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.
Dealers will inspect the third-row seat and, if necessary, remove and reinstall improperly installed compression springs, and reinstall any missing springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
