BMW recalls 10 sedans and 41 SUVs over improperly welded seat frame
The German company explains that the front seats fitted to the affected cars"may not have been produced by the supplier according to specifications." The seat frame may not have been properly welded to the seat rails . This increases the risk of injuries in an accident because the impact could cause the front passengers to move around. BMW notes that the problem can affect either front seat, and that a noise or a vibration is a symptom of this problem.
BMW's supplier, Lear, traced the problem to an issue involving the laser welding process performed by a sub-supplier named Adient Ramos. The firm isn't aware of any accidents or injuries related to the problem, and luckily the fix sounds relatively simple. Owners of affected cars will need to bring the vehicle to an authorized BMWOwners of cars included in the recall campaign will receive more details by mail starting on May 19, 2023.
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