HIGH

BMW Recalls 2025 X1 for Faulty Seat Belt Retractors

BMW of North America is recalling 2025-2026 X1 and X2 vehicles due to damaged seat belt retractors. The recall affects MINI Cooper and Countryman models as well. Owners will receive notification letters by November 7, 2025.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
May 9, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
BMW
Category
Vehicles & Parts
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What You Should Do

Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 7, 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.

Product Details

BMW is recalling certain 2025-2026 X1 and X2, MINI Cooper, and MINI Countryman vehicles. The recall affects vehicles manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC.

The Hazard

A damaged seat belt retractor may fail to restrain occupants during a crash. This defect significantly increases the risk of injury.

Reported Incidents

No specific incidents or injuries have been reported so far regarding this recall. However, the potential for injury remains high due to the nature of the defect.

What to Do

Stop using the affected vehicles immediately. Contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for more information and replacement procedures.

Contact Information

For further inquiries, call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. More details will be available on NHTSA.gov from November 7, 2025.

Key Facts

  • Recall affects 2025-2026 BMW X1 and X2, and MINI models
  • Damaged seat belt retractors increase crash injury risk
  • Dealers will replace retractors free of charge
  • Notification letters expected by November 7, 2025

Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Classification

Product Details

Brand
Model Numbers
X1
X2
MINI Cooper
MINI Countryman
Report Date
May 9, 2026
Source Agency
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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