2026 MINI Countryman S ALL4 and 2026 BMW X2, X1, 228I Xdrive Gran Coupe and more recall: Seat belts: rear/other, retractor
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 25V717000
- Reported
- October 21, 2025
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Seat belts: rear/other, retractor
- Vehicles affected
- About 1,024
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2026 2 Series Gran Coupe, X1, X2, and Mini Countryman S ALL4 vehicles. The housing pin in the rear (left and/or right) seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production, resulting in the retractor not locking the seat belt as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Safety risk
A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rear (left and/or right) seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov December 12, 2025.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
BMW 228I Gran Coupe (2026); BMW 228I Xdrive Gran Coupe (2026); BMW M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe (2026); BMW X1 (2026); BMW X2 (2026); MINI Countryman S ALL4 (2026). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
Dealers will replace the rear (left and/or right) seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov December 12, 2025.
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.