NHTSA Recall 22V942000: Critical fasteners (seats)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4 vehicles. It affects 2023 BMW X5.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V942000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEATS › CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Report received | December 19, 2022 |
| Owner notification | December 23, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X5 sDrive40i, X5 M50i and X5 xDrive 45e vehicles. One of the four bolts that connects the backrest to the driver's seat frame may not have been correctly installed.
Safety risk
A loose driver's seat backrest may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the driver's seat backrest and if necessary, install an attachment bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 17, 2023. 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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V942000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW X5 | 2023 |
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.