2021 Bmw X7 | 2021 Bmw Xb7 | 2021 Bmw X5 | 2021 Bmw X5 Hybrid — Seats: mid/rear assembly: head restraint
Published March 11, 2021 · Recall initiated: March 10, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V156000, published March 11, 2021 and initiated March 10, 2021. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2021 Bmw X7 | 2021 Bmw Xb7 | 2021 Bmw X5 | 2021 Bmw X5 Hybrid — Seats: mid/rear assembly: head restraint.
What's the hazard
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5 xDrive45e, 2021 X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i, and XB7 vehicles. The head restraints on the second-row outer seats may be the incorrect type for the vehicle.
What to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- X7
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2021 BMW X7 | 2021 BMW XB7 | 2021 BMW X5 | 2021 BMW X5 HYBRID
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Bmw X7 | 2021 Bmw Xb7 | 2021 Bmw X5 | 2021 Bmw X5 Hybrid — Seats: mid/rear assembly: head restraint recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V156000 on March 11, 2021. Reported hazard: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5 xDrive45e, 2021 X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i, and XB7 vehicles. The head restraints on the second-row outer seats may be the incorrect type for the vehicle.
What should I do if I have this product?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 3, 2021. 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: X7.