BMW X3, X4: Child seat — latch strap

Affects BMW X3, X4 · 2011–2017 — about 189K vehicles.

The hazard

Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What to do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational