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BMW X5M, X5 and other models recalled over seat belt warning (front seat belts)

Airbags or seat belts

On affected vehicles the hall sensor in the driver and passenger front seat belt stalks may not have been correctly installed and it may indicate the seat belt is inserted correctly when it actually is not.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

5 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • X5M

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 11/04/2024 – 11/04/2024
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • 0072630200

  • X5

    Build dates
    • 05/04/2024 – 20/04/2024
    Manufacturer reference
    • 0072630200

  • X6

    Build dates
    • 12/04/2024 – 18/04/2024
    Manufacturer reference
    • 0072630200

  • X7

    Build dates
    • 11/04/2024 – 20/04/2024
    Manufacturer reference
    • 0072630200

  • XM

    Build dates
    • 16/04/2024 – 18/04/2024
    Manufacturer reference
    • 0072630200

What to do now

The defect affects restraints: an airbag or seat belt may not work properly in a crash.

  1. Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
  2. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
  3. Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.

Why it matters. Airbags and seat belts only matter in a crash, so a defect can go unnoticed until the worst moment.

Repairs and costs

You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number.

If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2024/262). Quoted as issued.

Summary

On affected vehicles the hall sensor in the driver and passenger front seat belt stalks may not have been correctly installed and it may indicate the seat belt is inserted correctly when it actually is not.

Defect

On affected vehicles the hall sensor in the driver and passenger front seat belt stalks may not have been correctly installed and it may indicate the seat belt is inserted correctly when it actually is not.

Remedy

On affected vehicles the seat belt stalks will be tested and replaced if necessary.

Models

X5M, X5, X6, X7, XM

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Questions

Why are BMW X5M, X5 and other models being recalled?

The defect affects restraints: an airbag or seat belt may not work properly in a crash. Airbags and seat belts only matter in a crash, so a defect can go unnoticed until the worst moment.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.

Will the repair cost anything?

You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number. If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.

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