NHTSA Recall 03V032000: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,635 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW X5.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V032000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | February 4, 2003 |
| Owner notification | March 19, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the connection of the safety belt buckle to the steel rope of the tensioner does not meet BMW specifications. In severe frontal crashes, this connection can detach.
Safety risk
If the connection detaches, the protection provided by the safety belt is likely to be impaired, and serious injuries to the driver and/or front passenger could occur that might otherwise be mitigated.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect both front safety belt tensioner and buckle assemblies, and if necessary, replace these parts. Owner notification began march 19, 2003. 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.
Notes
Customers can 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 03V032000
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.