Seat belt sensors may not detect belted condition
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2020 x3 xdrive30e, x4 xdrive30i, x4 m40i, x4m, 330i, 330i xdrive, m340i, 840i gran coupe, 840i xdrive gran coupe, m850i xdrive gran coupe, m8 gran coupe, x3 sdrive30i, x3 xdrive30i, x3 m40i, x3m, and 840i xdrive convertible vehicles. the sensors in the front seat belt buckles may inaccurately detect a belted occupant as unbelted, possibly causing the air bag and seat belt pretensioners to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
Safety Consequence
If the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioners deploy improperly in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Corrective Action
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began may 18, 2020. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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FAQ: Recall 20V164000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V164000?
NHTSA recall 20V164000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on March 19, 2020. It addresses: Seat belt sensors may not detect belted condition. The recall affects approximately 3,316 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V164000 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.