On certain vehicles, the seat belt reminder may not work when the front seat belts are not buckled. Canadian regulations require both a seat belt reminder sound and visual telltale when a driver is not wearing their seat belt.
Safety Risk
A seat belt warning that doesn't work correctly may not remind you and/or the front passenger to buckle your seat belt. Not wearing your seat belt can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions
BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat belt buckle assemblies.