If the vehicle has an incompatible vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism, the seat belt may not restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Seat Belts — Front

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, and M4 convertible vehicles. The Emergency Locking Retractors (ELR) within the front seat belt assemblies may have been produced with incompatible vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism housings.

Actions

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary replace, the front seat belt assemblies, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Documents (8)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Subject: Delivery Stop & Recall 17V-XXX: Replace Both Front Seat Belts Date: Friday, August 11, 2017
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Subject: MY18 4 Series Convertible Delivery Delay (F33 and F83) Date: Friday, August 25, 2017
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - September 2017
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - September 2017
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2017-4

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