BMW X4 (2019) recall — Seats
BMW recalls 2019 X4 models with potentially folding front seats that could increase crash injury risk. Owners must have seats replaced free by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
In the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury if the seatback folds forward or rearward.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
BMW is recalling certain 2019 X4 vehicles with front seats that might fold unexpectedly during a crash, increasing injury risk. Owners should contact BMW for free seat replacements. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1223534-bmw-2019-x4-seats-recall-crash-injury-risk-from-seat.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1223534-bmw-2019-x4-seats-recall-crash-injury-risk-from-seat · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V563000
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“BMW 2019 X4 Seats Recall: Crash Injury Risk from Seat Folding.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1223534-bmw-2019-x4-seats-recall-crash-injury-risk-from-seat. Based on NHTSA recall #19V563000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V563000).
Why it’s dangerous
In crashes, the front seatbacks could fold forward or backward due to improper welding. This movement might cause the driver or passenger to be thrown forward or backward, increasing injury risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 BMW X4 xDrive30i and M40i models are affected. Drivers and passengers in these vehicles face higher injury risk during crashes.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2019 X4 has front seats labeled as xDrive30i or M40i. The recall began September 27, 2019, and applies to specific models.
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What to do — step by step
Contact BMW
Call 1-800-525-7417 to schedule a free seat replacement at a dealer.
What NHTSA says to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seats, free of charge. The recall began September 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service 1-800-525-7417.
Questions people ask
Why is this seat recall important?
In crashes, the front seatbacks could fold unexpectedly, increasing injury risk for drivers and passengers.
How can I tell if my X4 is affected?
Check if your 2019 X4 has front seats labeled xDrive30i or M40i. The recall started September 27, 2019.
What should I do if I own an affected vehicle?
Contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to arrange a free seat replacement at a dealer.
Contact BMW
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V563000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 19V563000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seats, free of charge. The recall began September 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service 1-800-525-7417. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V563000 (July 31, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.