NHTSA Recall 10V254000: Retractor (seat belts)
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 31,935 vehicles. It affects 2008–2011 BMW 1 Series.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V254000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › RETRACTOR |
| Report received | June 10, 2010 |
| Owner notification | August 23, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 1-series vehicles. In a crash of sufficient severity, deployment of the front pre-tensioner and load-limiter occurs.
Safety risk
The insulation around the pre-tensioner could ignite.
Remedy
Vehicles produced up through december 2009 will receive new front safety belt retractor units and a modification to the sound insulation near the units, while vehicles produced between january 2010 and may 2010 will receive a modification to the sound insulation near the units. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on august 23, 2010. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V254000
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.