The 2012 BMW 1 Series M has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2012 BMW 1 Series M recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles contains an ammonium nitrate propellant that was not properly dried.
Rear driveshaft joint may break, causing loss of power
A constant velocity (CV) joint in the rear driveshaft can fatigue and break on certain BMW vehicles.
Driver air bag inflator may rupture in a crash
BMW is recalling certain vehicles because the driver's frontal air bag inflator can rupture when the air bag deploys.
2012 BMW 1 Series M questions
Does the 2012 BMW 1 Series M have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2012 BMW 1 Series M: Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Rear driveshaft joint may break, causing loss of power; Driver air bag inflator may rupture in a crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 BMW 1 Series M has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.