Recall 19V823 affects 32,760 2015-2019 BMW X6 and X6 M vehicles for damaged child-seat lower anchor bars. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
BMW is recalling 32,760 2015-2019 X6 and X6 M SUVs under recall 19V823 because the rear seat lower child-restraint anchor bars can become damaged when used with rigid ISOFIX-style connectors. Damaged anchors raise the risk of child injury in a crash, and BMW dealers will inspect and replace the anchor bars free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The lower anchor bars in the rear seat of the 2015-2019 BMW X6 and X6 M are small metal loops built into a cross beam behind the seat cushion. They give parents a fixed point to clip a child restraint seat into the vehicle, instead of relying on the adult seat belt. The bars are designed to hold the seat tight against the cushion through years of normal driving.
On affected X6 and X6 M vehicles, the anchor bars can be damaged over the life of the vehicle when used with an ISOFIX-type rigid-connector child seat, especially one with a central support leg that rests on the floor. The combination of the seat's weight, the rigid connection, and repeated road inputs puts cyclical stress on the bar. Over time, that stress can crack or deform the bar where it attaches to the cross beam.
A damaged anchor bar is often first noticed when a parent tries to clip the child seat in and the connection feels wrong, or when the installed seat feels loose during driving.
Who's affected?
Covers both the X6 and the high-performance X6 M across five model years, all sharing the same child seat defect.
| 2018 BMW X6 | Child seat |
|---|---|
| 2018 BMW X6 M | Child seat |
| 2019 BMW X6 M | Child seat |
| 2017 BMW X6 M | Child seat |
| 2016 BMW X6 M | Child seat |
| 2015 BMW X6 M | Child seat |
| 2019 BMW X6 | Child seat |
| 2017 BMW X6 | Child seat |
| 2015 BMW X6 | Child seat |
| 2016 BMW X6 | Child seat |
| Units affected | 32,760 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 4 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
A damaged lower anchor bar can let a child restraint shift in a crash, raising the risk of injury to the child in the seat. Watch for an anchor that feels loose or will not latch cleanly when installing a car seat, and treat any looseness during driving as a reason to stop using that seating position until the bracket is welded. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2019 BMW X6 or X6 M is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised BMW dealer to schedule the free reinforcing-bracket weld on the rear-seat lower anchor bars.
- Reference recall number 19V823 when you call the dealer so the service desk pulls the correct repair order.
- Avoid using a rigid ISOFIX-style child restraint connector in the rear lower anchors until the bracket has been welded in.
- Call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 with any questions about the recall or repair scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a BMW technician welds a reinforcing bracket onto the rear seat lower anchor bars and the vehicle body. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If you replaced the lower anchor bars at your own expense before the recall notice, you are eligible for reimbursement under BMW's standard reimbursement plan. Bring your receipts and repair paperwork to the service desk, or contact BMW customer service to start the reimbursement claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 18, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 18, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| November 18, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 17, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 17, 2020 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 23, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V823?
Recall 19V823 covers 32,760 2015-2019 BMW X6 and X6 M vehicles with rear-seat lower anchor bars that can become damaged when used with rigid ISOFIX-style child restraint connectors. Damaged anchor bars increase the risk of child injury in a crash. BMW dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the anchor bars and vehicle body for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2019 BMW X6 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V823. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the reinforcing-bracket weld repair. Reference recall number 19V823 when you call. The repair is free, and BMW customer service is reachable at 1-800-525-7417.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair the defect at no cost, and BMW will weld the reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and vehicle body free of charge at any franchised BMW dealer regardless of where the vehicle was originally purchased.
What if I bought my BMW X6 used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. If BMW never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific X6 or X6 M is included, and reference recall number 19V823 when you call the dealer.
Is it safe to use a child seat in my X6 while I wait for the repair?
BMW has not issued a do-not-drive warning for this recall. The damage occurs from repeated use of rigid ISOFIX-style connectors on the lower anchor bars. Until the dealer welds the reinforcing bracket, secure child seats with the vehicle seat belt and top tether instead of the lower anchor bars, and schedule the free repair as soon as possible.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V823000 |
|---|---|
| BMW customer service | 1-800-525-7417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V823 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V823000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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