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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 15V718000

2016 Bmw 535i | 2016 Bmw 528i | 2016 Bmw 535d | 2016 Bmw M5 | 2016 Bmw 550i — Child seat

Published October 30, 2015 · Recall initiated: October 30, 2015

Summary

NHTSA records recall 15V718000, published October 30, 2015. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2016 Bmw 535i | 2016 Bmw 528i | 2016 Bmw 535d | 2016 Bmw M5 | 2016 Bmw 550i — Child seat.

What's the hazard

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535d xDrive, M5, 550i, 550i xDrive, and 535d sedans. The affected vehicles have an inboard lower anchor for child restraints on the left rear seat that may have been bent downwards, preventing the child seat from fully engaging both lower anchors. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems.

What to do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the inboard lower anchor on the left rear seat, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Recall details

Brand
BMW
Model
535I
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Lot
2016 BMW 535I | 2016 BMW 528I | 2016 BMW 535D | 2016 BMW M5 | 2016 BMW 550I
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2016 Bmw 535i | 2016 Bmw 528i | 2016 Bmw 535d | 2016 Bmw M5 | 2016 Bmw 550i — Child seat recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V718000 on October 30, 2015. Reported hazard: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535d xDrive, M5, 550i, 550i xDrive, and 535d sedans. The affected vehicles have an inboard lower anchor for child restraints on the left rear seat that may have been bent downwards, preventing the child seat from fully engaging both lower anchors. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems.

What should I do if I have this product?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the inboard lower anchor on the left rear seat, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BMW. Model: 535I.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)