Recall 03V-032
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE recalled the 2002 BMW X5 and 1 other model: Seat belts (front, buckle assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 03V-032
- Reported
- February 4, 2003
- Vehicles affected
- 2,635 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, the connection of the safety belt buckle to the steel rope of the tensioner does not meet BMW specifications. In severe frontal crashes, this connection can detach.
The risk
If the connection detaches, the protection provided by the safety belt is likely to be impaired, and serious injuries to the driver and/or front passenger could occur that might otherwise be mitigated.
The fix
Dealers will inspect both front safety belt tensioner and buckle assemblies, and if necessary, replace these parts. Owner notification began march 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact BMW at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).