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HighNHTSA·19V600000·Announced 2019-08-14

BMW Recalls Two 2020 M340i Vehicles for Rear Headrest Welding Defect

BMW is recalling two 2020 M340i vehicles because improper welding may allow the rear center headrest to fold during a crash, increasing injury risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (headrest folding) that increases the risk of injury in a crash, but no injuries or fatalities have been reported.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling two 2020 M340i vehicles, including one M340i and one M340i xDrive. The recall addresses a defect where improper welding may cause the rear center headrest to fold in the event of a rear impact crash.

If the headrest folds down during a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the occupant. The recall began on August 28, 2019.

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear center headrest free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BMW M340I
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Seat / Headrest
Hazard
Affected units
2

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • M340I

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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