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Vehicle recall 04V575000 · December 6, 2004

BMW 7 Series and 5 Series

On certain passenger vehicles equipped with front seat heating systems, upon entering and exiting the vehicle, excessive contact with the side bolster that is contained in the…

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with front seat heating systems, upon entering and exiting the vehicle, excessive contact with the side bolster that is contained in the seat's backrest may damage the heating mat located in this area. If such damage were to occur, with the system turned on, the vehicle occupant may feel excessive heat from this area.
Consequence
It is possible that the heating mat in the backrest's side bolster could overheat and damage, or melt a small hole in, this area of the seat cover. If this happened, it could lead to an occupant being burned.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the seat heating circuit. The recall is expected to begin during December 2004. Owners should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
04V575000
Reported to NHTSA
December 6, 2004
Filed by
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Owner notification
December 14, 2004
Vehicles potentially affected
17,905
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Seats › Front assembly › Seat heater/cooler
Recall 04V575000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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