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2019-2022 BMW X7 recall: seats

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on September 7, 2022. It covers about 246 vehicles.

vehicles affected
246
reported
Sep 7, 2022
owners notified
Nov 4, 2022
related complaints
16

Seats

What is wrong
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.
Risk
In a crash, the seat backrest may not fully lock, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 22V670000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 16 complaints about seats problems.

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Questions about recall 22V670000

Is there a recall on the 2019-2022 BMW X7 seats?

Yes. Recall 22V670000, reported on September 7, 2022, covers about 246 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V670000?

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.

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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