BMW of North America has issued a safety recall affecting 1,571 vehicles across its BMW and MINI brands due to a potential defect with the front seat belt retractors. Models AffectedThe recall covers a limited number of 2025–2026 vehicles, including:The IssueAccording to BMW’s filing, the torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production. The FixBMW says dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors free of charge. Owners with questions can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417, or reach the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-888-275-9171). While only a small number of vehicles are impacted, BMW and MINI stress that ensuring the proper function of seat belts—a primary line of occupant protection—remains critical.