Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V298000 Reported April 28, 2021

Front seat belt buckle assembly malfunction

Q: What is recall 21V298000?

NHTSA recall 21V298000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on April 28, 2021. It addresses: Front seat belt buckle assembly malfunction. The recall affects approximately 12 vehicles , with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Bmw Of North America, Llc · Seat Belts · 12 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

21V298000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Bmw Of North America, Llc

Component

Seat Belts

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

April 28, 2021

Completion Rate

100.00

Defect Summary

Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2021 330i, 330i xdrive, m340i, m3, and 330e xdrive vehicles. the bolt securing the seat belt assembly to the frame was not tightened to specification.

Safety Consequence

An improperly installed seat belt assembly may not restrain an occupant as expected, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt buckle assembly connection and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on june 25, 2021. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 21V298000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 21V298000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 21V298000?

NHTSA recall 21V298000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on April 28, 2021. It addresses: Front seat belt buckle assembly malfunction. The recall affects approximately 12 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 21V298000 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.