Inaccessible child seat tether anchor/fmvss 225
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2020-2021 740li, 740 li xdrive, 750li xdrive, m760li xdrive, and alpina b7 vehicles. the top child seat tether anchor on the rear middle seat may not be readily accessible. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 225, section 6.1(b) "child restraint anchorage systems."
Safety Consequence
A child restraint system placed on the vehicle's rear middle seat without utilizing the three-point safety belt, could increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will install a top tether anchor cover at the rear middle seating position. until vehicles are remedied, owners will be instructed to utilize the outboard rear seating positions which are equipped with an accessible top tether anchor, or, the middle rear seating position and the vehicle's three-point safety belt. the recall began august 20, 2020. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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FAQ: Recall 20V379000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V379000?
NHTSA recall 20V379000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on June 30, 2020. It addresses: Inaccessible child seat tether anchor/fmvss 225. The recall affects approximately 16 vehicles, with the defect involving the Child Seat component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V379000 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.