Seat belt may not lock/fmvss 209
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 x1 sdrive28i, x1 xdrive28i, mini hardtop 4 door cooper, mini hardtop 4 door cooper s, mini cooper clubman, and cooper s clubman, 2017 rolls-royce ghost, and 2016 528i vehicles. the vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism of the seat belt emergency locking retractor (elr) for the driver's seat may not lock as designed. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash where heavy braking is applied, the emergency locking retractor (elr) may activate when the occupant is more forward in the seat, possibly increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt assembly, free of charge. the recall began july 3, 2019. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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FAQ: Recall 16V747000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V747000?
NHTSA recall 16V747000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on October 17, 2016. It addresses: Seat belt may not lock/fmvss 209. The recall affects approximately 15,455 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 16V747000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.