NHTSA Recall 20V164000: Pretensioner (seat belts) and 3 other components
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,316 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the BMW 330I.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V164000 |
|---|---|
| Components | SEAT BELTS › PRETENSIONER; SEAT BELTS › FRONT › WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES; SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY; AIR BAGS |
| Report received | March 19, 2020 |
| Owner notification | May 18, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, X4M, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, 840i Gran Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, M850i xDrive Gran Coupe, M8 Gran Coupe, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, and 840i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The sensors in the front seat belt buckles may inaccurately detect a belted occupant as unbelted, possibly causing the air bag and seat belt pretensioners to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
Safety risk
If the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioners deploy improperly in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service 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 20V164000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 330I | 2020 |
| BMW 840I | 2020 |
| BMW M340I | 2020 |
| BMW M8 Gran Coupe | 2020 |
| BMW M850I | 2020 |
| BMW X3 | 2020 |
| BMW X4 | 2020 |
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.