NHTSA Recall 19V912000: Pretensioner (seat belts)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 135 vehicles. It affects 2019–2020 BMW 330I.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V912000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › PRETENSIONER |
| Report received | December 20, 2019 |
| Owner notification | February 18, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 330i and 330i xDrive vehicles. The outboard rear seat belt pretensioners may not lock as intended during a crash.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, if the seat belt pretensioners fail to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear seat belts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 10, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer at 1-800-525-7417.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 19V912000
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.