Recall 12V-176
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC recalled the 2012 BMW 3 Series: Seats (front assembly, head restraint).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 12V-176
- Reported
- April 20, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 7,600 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
BMW is recalling certain model year 2012 BMW 3-series vehicles manufactured from october 19, 2011, through march 18, 2012, that have front seat head restraints that exceed the downward movement limit of 25mm in the highest position. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 202a,"head restraints."
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the head restraint may unexpectedly move down slightly if it was adjusted to the fully extended position, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will attach a clamp to the front seat head restraint posts, free of charge. The safety recall began on may 30, 2012. Owners may contact BMW customer relations and services at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-[removed] (TTY: 1-[removed]); OR GO TO [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- BMW 3 Series 2012