In the event of a crash, the head restraints could detach, and increase the risk of injury.

Seats — Mid/Rear Assembly — Head Restraint

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5 xDrive45e, 2021 X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i, and XB7 vehicles. The head restraints on the second-row outer seats may be the incorrect type for the vehicle.

Actions

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Documents (9)

• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-2
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - Remedy Instructions re SIB 52 04 21 RECALL 21V-156: OUTER HEADREST SECOND ROW
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Memo re BMW Recall 21V-xxx: Outer Headrest Second Row - Update
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-4
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-3

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