BMW M340I: Seats

Date

Aug. 14, 2019

Filed by

BMW of North America, LLC

Vehicles

BMW M340I (2020)

Component

Seats

Description of the defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2020 M340i and one M340i xDrive vehicle. Due to improper welding, the rear center headrest may fold in the event of a rear impact crash.

Potentially affected

2

What can happen

If the headrest folds down in a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear center headrest, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Owner notification date

Aug. 28, 2019

Recall type

V (vehicle)

Influenced by

MFR

Recall number

19V600000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.