REC-002701

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0 BMW 5 Series, 7 Series

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: BMW Group Australia

Recall date: 23 February 2005

Defect

Mechanical loads exerted in the backrest heating for the front seats when persons get into or out of the vehicle may result in damage to the seat heating element in the backrest padding. A break in the contact line causes the damaged area to overheat.

Hazard

Risk of minor burns.

Remedy

BMW will contact consumers to advise of the arrival of spare parts and will arrange contact with their preferred authorised BMW dealer. If they have any questions contact their preferred BMW Dealer Or BMW Group Australia on 1800 813 299.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — BMW Group Australia — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au