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Recall 92V-055

BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE recalled the 1992 BMW 325: Seats.

At a glance

Campaign number
92V-055
Reported
April 14, 1992
Vehicles affected
22,416 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

The vehicle failed to comply with fmvss 208. The driver's chest resultant acceleration exceeded the allowable 60 g's in a crash test when the seat height changes adjustment under severe frontal impact.

The risk

The driver of a vehicle faces increased risk of injuryin the event of a sudden stop or accident.

The fix

Install a damper on the underside of the driver's seat cushion, between the cushion frame and the seat track. In a severe frontal impact the damper will hydraulically lock, preventing a change in seat height.

Notes from the manufacturer

System: interior systems: fmvss 208.vehicle description: passenger car, models 325I and 325ia.

Affected vehicles