Interior systems:seats
Defect Summary
The driver and/or passenger seatbacks may not have been fully attached to the seat base reclining arms (attaching brackets).
Safety Consequence
There may be looseness of, or noise in, the seatback;also, during a severe rear impact, seatback might not support the occupant.
Corrective Action
Manually seat the seatback on the base.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Bmw Of North America, Llc or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 88V135000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 88V135000?
NHTSA recall 88V135000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on August 11, 1988. It addresses: Interior systems:seats. The recall affects approximately 8,187 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 88V135000 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.