Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #04V575000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V575000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Includes 17,905 affected units, BMW/SEAT HEATING SYSTEM, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles equipped with front seat heating systems, upon entering and exiting the vehicle, excessive contact with the side bolster that is contained in the seat's backrest may damage the heating mat located in this area. if such damage were to occur, with the system turned on, the vehicle occupant may feel excessive heat from this area.

Corrective Action

Dealers will modify the seat heating circuit. the recall is expected to begin during december 2004. owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V575000
Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2004-12-06T00:00:00
Subject: Bmw/seat heating system
Component: Seats
Potentially Affected Units: 17,905

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with front seat heating systems, upon entering and exiting the vehicle, excessive contact with the side bolster that is contained in the seat's backrest may damage the heating mat located in this area. if such damage were to occur, with the system turned on, the vehicle occupant may feel excessive heat from this area.
Consequence Summary: It is possible that the heating mat in the backrest's side bolster could overheat and damage, or melt a small hole in, this area of the seat cover. if this happened, it could lead to an occupant being burned.
Corrective Action: Dealers will modify the seat heating circuit. the recall is expected to begin during december 2004. owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-v8e4_fstu~8x39
NHTSA ID: 04V575000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
Updated Meta: N/A
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