The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The safety belt lower outboard anchorage bolt on the driver's and front passenger's seats May not have been secured properly.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the safety belt system might not be able to provide its maximum restraint function.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the bolts and correct the torque if necessary.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-261 (00V261000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Report date | September 11, 2000 |
| Owners notified | September 27, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 490 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-261 repair free?
Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the bolts and correct the torque if necessary.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 490 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.