Damaged seat belt retractor
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc is recalling certain 2026 2 series gran coupe, x1, x2, and mini countryman s all4 vehicles. The housing pin in the rear (left and/or right) seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production, resulting in the retractor not locking the seat belt as intended. as such, these vehicles fail to comply to federal motor vehicle safety standard number 209, "seat belt assemblies."
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 the rear (left and/or right) seat belts, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed december 18, 2025. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov december 12, 2025.
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FAQ: Recall 25V717000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V717000?
NHTSA recall 25V717000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on October 21, 2025. It addresses: Damaged seat belt retractor. The recall affects approximately 1,024 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 25V717000 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.