BMW product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 30, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

BMW of North America, LLC recalls 2016 BMW — 5 models

Recall number

15V718000

Brand / firm

BMW

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 7,162 units

Why it was recalled

If the child seat is not properly attached to the lower anchors, it can 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 model year 2016 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535d xDrive, M5, 550i, 550i xDrive, and 535d sedans. The affected vehicles have an inboard lower anchor for child restraints on the left rear seat that may have been bent downwards, preventing the child seat from fully engaging both lower anchors. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

What to do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the inboard lower anchor on the left rear seat, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.