2023 BMW X5 recall: Seats: mid/rear assembly, head restraint
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V253000
- Reported
- April 6, 2023
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Seats: mid/rear assembly, head restraint
- Vehicles affected
- About 235
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5 M and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The head restraints for the second-row outboard seats may have been improperly manufactured without locking tabs in the guide sleeves. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."
Safety risk
A head restraint without a locking tab may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the second-row outboard seat head restraint guide sleeves, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
BMW X5 (2023). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A head restraint without a locking tab may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
Dealers will inspect and replace the second-row outboard seat head restraint guide sleeves, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.