Damaged seat belt retractor
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc is recalling certain 2025-2026 x1 and x2, mini cooper convertible, mini cooper, mini countryman s all4, and 2025 mini countryman se all4 vehicles. The torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
Safety Consequence
A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 13, 2025. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) will be searchable on nhtsa.gov on november 7, 2025.
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FAQ: Recall 25V616000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V616000?
NHTSA recall 25V616000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on September 17, 2025. It addresses: Damaged seat belt retractor. The recall affects approximately 1,571 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V616000 or the manufacturer campaign number shown above. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.