2012 BMW 3 Series recall: head restraint
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on April 20, 2012. It covers about 7,600 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 7,600
- reported
- Apr 20, 2012
- owners notified
- May 30, 2012
- related complaints
- 1
Seats: front assembly: head restraint
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling certain model year 2012 bmw 3-series vehicles manufactured from october 19, 2011, through march 18, 2012, that have front seat head restraints that exceed the downward movement limit of 25mm in the highest position. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 202a,"head restraints."
- Risk
- In the event of a vehicle crash, the head restraint may unexpectedly move down slightly if it was adjusted to the fully extended position, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Remedy
- Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will attach a clamp to the front seat head restraint posts, free of charge. The safety recall began on may 30, 2012. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 12V176000
Affected vehicles
- BMW 3 Series 2012 2012
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about seats problems.
Questions about recall 12V176000
Is there a recall on the 2012 BMW 3 Series head restraint?
Yes. Recall 12V176000, reported on April 20, 2012, covers about 7,600 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V176000?
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will attach a clamp to the front seat head restraint posts, free of charge. The safety recall began on may 30, 2012. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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