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2016 BMW 528I, BMW 535D and others recall: child seat

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on October 30, 2015. It covers about 7,162 vehicles.

vehicles affected
7,162
reported
Oct 30, 2015
owners notified
Dec 28, 2015

Child seat

What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535d xDrive, M5, 550i, 550i xDrive, and 535d sedans. The affected vehicles have an inboard lower anchor for child restraints on the left rear seat that may have been bent downwards, preventing the child seat from fully engaging both lower anchors. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Risk
If the child seat is not properly attached to the lower anchors, it can increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the inboard lower anchor on the left rear seat, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 15V718000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 15V718000

Is there a recall on the 2016 BMW 528I, BMW 535D and others child seat?

Yes. Recall 15V718000, reported on October 30, 2015, covers about 7,162 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V718000?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the inboard lower anchor on the left rear seat, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service 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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