BMW X6 M recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 18, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

BMW of North America, LLC recalls 2015–2019 BMW X6 M, X6

Recall number

19V823000

Brand / firm

BMW

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 32,760 units

Why it was recalled

Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.