STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Published May 9, 2019 · Recall initiated: May 9, 2019
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.
Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- X1
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2019 BMW X1 | 2017 BMW X1 | 2016 BMW X1 | 2018 BMW X1
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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