CarRecallWatchThe 2013 BMW 1 Series M has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (3 reports).
2013 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.
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.
Most common 2013 BMW 1 Series M problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 |
What owners report
TAKATA RECALL DEALER UNABLE TO REPLACE AIRBAGS
TAKATA RECALL
I RECEIVED A NOTICE IN 3/2016 THAT AIR BAG INFLATOR MAY RESULT IN "SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH" TO DRIVER AND /OR PASSENGERS. I LIVE AND WORK IN TALLAHASSEE, FL, THE AREA THAT TRIGGERS NEED FOR IMMEDIATE RESPONSE. THIS GRAVE DEFECT IS ALSO ON MY CARFAX REPORT, DETRIMENTAL TO RESALE. ALTHOUGH I HAVE INQUIRED IN PERSON AND TEXTED ABOUT THIS REPEATEDLY I HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY FURTHER NOTICE ABOUT THE REPLACEMENT OF THIS AIRBAG, WHICH MAY BE TAKATA--NOT INDICATED ON MY RECALL. I NEED THIS AIRBAG OR THE CAR REPLACED IMMEDIATELY, RATHER THAN FACING DEATH BY THE AIRBAG. THANKS. PROF. NATHAN STOLTZFUS, FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY.
2013 BMW 1 Series M questions
Does the 2013 BMW 1 Series M have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2013 BMW 1 Series M: Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Driver air bag inflator may rupture in a crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW 1 Series M?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.