BMW 540 owners have reported 22 seat belt related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common seat belt problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's seat belt (19 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's rear seat belt (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Seat Belt problems | |
| Rear Seat Belt problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Retractor problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problems |
Passenger restraint service message. Possibly related to airbag seat or floor sensor. Checked BMW customer forums and appears to be widespread issue. Read details...
Both rear seat belts have failed. The mechanisms has not allowed them to move in or out, effectively making them useless. The first was under warranty, but no parts were in stock and we did not leave the car. About a month later, the other side broke. Read details...
Seat belts on passenger's and driver's sides are able to cut into consumer's neck. Contacted dealer, and dealer was suppose to fix problem on day of purchase. Read details...
Buckle on the seat belt is in a depressed position, preventing the latch from locking. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, who said it would cost $400. 00 to repair seat belt buckle. The set belt latch would become continuously depressed in which it would not spring back and would not connect Read details...