2025–2026 BMW X1, 2025–2026 BMW X2, 2025–2026 MINI Cooper and 3 other models Recall: Torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged…
NHTSA campaign 25V616000 · Seat Belts · filed Sep 17, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X1 and X2, MINI Cooper Convertible, MINI Cooper, Mini Countryman S ALL4, and 2025 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. The torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
The risk
A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 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.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V616000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.