BMW 5 Series, 7 Series
What the hazard is
Risk of minor burns.
What to do
BMW will contact consumers to advise of the arrival of spare parts and will arrange contact with their preferred authorised BMW dealer. If they have any questions contact their preferred BMW Dealer Or BMW Group Australia on 1800 813 299.
Defect
Mechanical loads exerted in the backrest heating for the front seats when persons get into or out of the vehicle may result in damage to the seat heating element in the backrest padding. A break in the contact line causes the damaged area to overheat.