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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 19V349000

2016 Bmw X1 | 2018 Bmw X1 | 2019 Bmw X1 | 2017 Bmw X1 — Structure: body: roof and pillars

Published May 9, 2019 · Recall initiated: May 9, 2019

Summary

NHTSA records recall 19V349000, published May 9, 2019. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2016 Bmw X1 | 2018 Bmw X1 | 2019 Bmw X1 | 2017 Bmw X1 — Structure: body: roof and pillars.

What's the hazard

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2019 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles. In the event of a crash where the occupants head contacts the B-pillar, the pillar may not absorb an adequate amount of the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact.

What to do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vertical trim pieces on the upper portion of the interior B-Pillars, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 1, 2019. Second notices will be sent as parts become available, starting on September 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Recall details

Brand
BMW
Model
X1
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Lot
2016 BMW X1 | 2018 BMW X1 | 2019 BMW X1 | 2017 BMW X1
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2016 Bmw X1 | 2018 Bmw X1 | 2019 Bmw X1 | 2017 Bmw X1 — Structure: body: roof and pillars recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V349000 on May 9, 2019. Reported hazard: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2019 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles. In the event of a crash where the occupants head contacts the B-pillar, the pillar may not absorb an adequate amount of the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact.

What should I do if I have this product?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vertical trim pieces on the upper portion of the interior B-Pillars, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 1, 2019. Second notices will be sent as parts become available, starting on September 27, 2019. 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: X1.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)