Recall 23V211000: 2019–2021 BMW 330I and 3 other models
- Report received
- Mar 29, 2023
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Potentially affected
- 51vehicles
- Model years
- 2019–2021
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, 2020-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, 2021 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, and X4M vehicles. The seat frame may not have been welded properly to the seat rails.
Possible consequence
An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat frame and back rest, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2019 BMW 330I41 complaints
- 2020 BMW 330I53 complaints
- 2021 BMW 330I29 complaints
- 2019 BMW M340I0 complaints
- 2020 BMW M340I57 complaints
- 2021 BMW M340I11 complaints
- 2020 BMW X3110 complaints
- 2021 BMW X3113 complaints
- 2021 BMW X46 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.