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2020 BMW X3Transport Canada Recall #2020116
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, there may be a problem with the front seat belt buckle sensors. This could cause the seat belt warnings to turn on, even if the front seat belts are buckled. If the driver ignores these warnings, the seat belt pretensioner and airbag systems may not function properly.
Safety Risk
A seat belt pretensioner or airbag system that does not work properly in a crash could increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to check the front seat belt buckles and replace them, if necessary.
573 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 72 82 29RCUpdated June 10, 2026