Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- May 9, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brands
- BMW, MINI
- Category
- Vehicles & Parts
- Sold At
- Unknown
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL, PREGNANT, PETS
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- BMW, MINI
- Product type
- Seat Belt Retractor
- Model numbers
- X1, X2, MINI Cooper, MINI Countryman, MINI Countryman SE ALL4, MINI Cooper Convertible
- Sold at
- Unknown
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
May 9, 2026
Reported by NHTSA
May 9, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What You Should Do
Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 7, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 7, 2025.
About This Product
These vehicles use front seat belts with retractors that may not restrain occupants properly during a crash. The recall affects several BMW and MINI models across 2025-2026 years.
Why This Is Dangerous
A damaged torsion bar in the retractors can prevent proper locking, reducing occupant restraint in a crash.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.
Real-World Impact
Customers must schedule service for a free replacement of both front retractors; no injuries documented in the provided information.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check if your vehicle is within the 2025-2026 model years for X1, X2, MINI Cooper Convertible, MINI Cooper, Mini Countryman S ALL4, and 2025 MINI Countryman SE ALL4.
- Use the VIN search on NHTSA.gov starting 2025-11-07 to confirm inclusion.
- Contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for service appointment.
Where to find product info
VIN lookup on NHTSA.gov starting 2025-11-07. Dealer service will provide confirmation.
What timeline to expect
Letters begin mailing 2025-11-07. Repairs completed at no cost, typically scheduled through the dealer within weeks.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all calls and emails.
- Escalate to BMW customer service if the dealer delays beyond several weeks.
How to prevent similar issues
- Stay informed via NHTSA recall site and BMW notifications.
- Schedule service promptly upon notification.
- Ensure dealership performs replacement of both front retractors.
Documentation advice
Keep copy of recall notice, VIN confirmation, service appointment, and replacement receipt.
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Product Details
Year: 2025, 2026 Make: BMW, MINI Models: BMW X1, BMW X2, MINI Cooper Convertible, MINI Cooper, Mini Countryman S ALL4, 2025 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 Component: Seat Belts Front Retractor Sold: Information not provided Price: Unknown Recall Date: 2025-11-07 (Owner notification letters mailed) or as posted by NHTSA on 25V616000
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents are documented in the provided recall data.
Key Facts
- High-risk recall for front seat belt retractors
- Damaged torsion bar identified in production
- Vehicles affected include 2025-2026 BMW X1, X2 and certain MINI models
- Owner letters expected November 7, 2025
- VIN lookup available on NHTSA.gov on November 7, 2025
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