NHTSA recall 23V-211 (23V211000)
seats recall reported March 29, 2023 - about 51 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V211000
- Also written as
- 23V-211
- Reported
- March 29, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~51
- Component
- seats
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-211 when calling a dealer.
Affected 4 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.