NHTSA Recall 00V261000: Anchorage (seat belts)
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 490 vehicles. It affects 2001 BMW X5.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V261000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › ANCHORAGE |
| Report received | September 11, 2000 |
| Owner notification | September 27, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The safety belt lower outboard anchorage bolt on the driver's and front passenger's seats may not have been secured properly.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the safety belt system might not be able to provide its maximum restraint function.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the bolts and correct the torque if necessary.
Notes
Owner notification began september 27,2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V261000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW X5 | 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.