BMW recalls certain 2021 330e models due to seat belt retractors that may deactivate early in crashes, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace faulty parts free of charge.
During a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended increases the risk of injury.
BMW is recalling 2021 330e vehicles because seat belt retractors might deactivate prematurely during crashes, potentially causing injury. Owners should have dealers inspect and replace the retractors if needed to ensure safety.
During a crash, the seat belt retractor may stop working before the seat belt fully retracts. This can cause the seat belt to fail to hold the occupant securely, increasing injury risk.
Owners of 2021 BMW 330e models are affected. Drivers and passengers in these vehicles face the highest risk during crashes.
Check for 2021 BMW 330e models. The recall covers specific vehicle models listed in the official notice.
Reach out to BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or other contact numbers provided for assistance.
Dealers will inspect seat belt retractors and replace them if necessary at no cost.
Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417; 1-866-825-1525 (MINI); 1-877-877-3735 (Rolls Royce); and 1-888-270-9371 (Toyota).
The passenger seat belt automatic locking retractor may deactivate early during crashes, increasing injury risk.
The recall covers specific 2021 BMW 330e models listed in the official notice.
Dealers will inspect and replace the faulty seat belt retractor at no cost.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 21V554000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 21V554000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417; 1-866-825-1525 (MINI); 1-877-877-3735 (Rolls Royce); and 1-888-270-9371 (Toyota). 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.
