Recall Alert: 2016 BMW 5 Series
Vehicles Affected: Approximately 7,000 model-year 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535d, 535d xDrive, M5, 550i and 550i xDrive sedans
The Problem: An inboard lower anchor for child restraints on the left rear seat may have been bent downward, preventing the child seat from fully engaging both lower anchors, increasing the child’s risk of injury in a crash.
The Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the inboard lower anchor on the left rear seat for free.
What Owners Should Do: BMW will begin notifying owners on Dec. 24. Owners can call the automaker at 800-525-7417, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or go to www.safercar.gov for more info.
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