BMW of North America, LLC. is recalling certain 2015-2019 X6 sDrive35i
— Recall Campaign #19V823000
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2015-2019 X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles equipped with rear seat lower anchor bars used in securing child restraint seats. The lower anchor bars may become damaged over time when used with an ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 32,760 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
19V823000
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 18, 2019 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 19V823000 |
| Units affected: | 32,760 |
- Description:
- BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2015-2019 X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles equipped with rear seat lower anchor bars used in securing child restraint seats. The lower anchor bars may become damaged over time when used with an ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.
- Consequeces:
- Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. Owner notification began January 17, 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.