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Reported years

Seats recall: BMW X3 years in the records

Official record covers model years 2020 through 2021. A year on this list does not mean every car has the problem.

Years we reviewed

What to inspect

  1. 1Check the VIN for this recall and ask for the repair receipt if it was completed.
Sources and limits
Source recordEvidence: High confidence

The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.

“BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, 2020-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, 2021 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, and X4M vehicles. The seat frame may not have been welded properly to the seat rails. An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace the seat frame and back rest, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.”
NHTSArecallOpen source record