BMW recalls 2023 X5 models with potentially loose driver's seat backrests that may not restrain occupants during crashes. Owners must have seats inspected by dealers by February 17, 2023.
A loose driver's seat backrest may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
BMW is recalling certain 2023 X5 vehicles due to a loose driver's seat backrest that could fail to properly restrain occupants in a crash. This could increase injury risk during collisions. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/81246-bmw-2023-x5-seats-recall-loose-backrest-risk-in-crashes.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/81246-bmw-2023-x5-seats-recall-loose-backrest-risk-in-crashes · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V942000
“BMW 2023 X5 Seats Recall: Loose Backrest Risk in Crashes.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/81246-bmw-2023-x5-seats-recall-loose-backrest-risk-in-crashes. Based on NHTSA recall 22V942000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V942000).
A single bolt connecting the driver's seat backrest to the frame may not be properly installed. This could cause the backrest to move during a crash, failing to hold the driver securely.
Owners of 2023 BMW X5 sDrive40i, X5 M50i, and X5 xDrive 45e models are affected. Drivers are most at risk as the seat backrest may not restrain them during crashes.
Check if your 2023 X5 sDrive40i, X5 M50i, or X5 xDrive 45e model has a loose driver's seat backrest. The recall affects vehicles where one of four bolts connecting the backrest to the frame was not correctly installed.
Call 1-800-525-7417 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a seat inspection.
Dealers will inspect the driver's seat backrest and install an attachment bolt if necessary at no cost.
Dealers will inspect the driver's seat backrest and if necessary, install an attachment bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
One of four bolts connecting the driver's seat backrest to the frame may not have been correctly installed, increasing crash injury risk.
Your 2023 X5 sDrive40i, X5 M50i, or X5 xDrive 45e model may be affected if one of the four bolts connecting the backrest to the frame was not properly installed.
Dealers will inspect the seat backrest and install an attachment bolt for free. Contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 to schedule the inspection.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V942000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 22V942000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat backrest and if necessary, install an attachment bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 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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