BMW 3 Series Sedans and Station Wagons Recalled Over Airbag Risk
Replacement airbags with faulty inflators could injure or kill vehicle occupants
BMW is recalling more than 390,000 3 Series sedans and station wagons that could have a faulty Takata airbag inflator installed in the steering wheel.
The Details
Vehicles recalled: Potentially affected vehicles include 3 Series sedans (323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi) from model years 2006-2011; 3 Series sedans (335d) from model years 2009-2011; and 3 Series Sportswagons (325xi, 328i, 328xi) from model years 2006-2012. BMW is not aware of any accidents or injuries in the United States that may be related to this issue.
The problem: The recalled vehicles have a replacement Takata airbag with an inflator that could send metal fragments into the car when the airbag deploys, causing injury or death to occupants.
The fix: BMW will check the driver’s air bag module and replace units that pose a risk. The company will notify owners of potentially affected vehicles by mail.
How to contact the manufacturer: Owners may call BMW at 800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign number: 24V-513
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