Defect Description For Recall
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.”
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
3-SERIES
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
12V176000
Component Description
Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20111019
End Of Manufacture
20120318
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
7600
Date Owners Notified
20120530
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20120420
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
202