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Rolls-Royce Phantom Recall 15V787: Curtain airbags may not deploy properly in a crash

NHTSA campaign 15V787, reported November 23, 2015, 13 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some Rolls-Royce Phantom vehicles from the 2015 and 2016 model years, built between May 22, 2015 and September 23, 2015, have left and right side curtain airbags that may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the airbags may not position themselves as intended when they deploy.

If the curtain airbags do not position correctly during a crash, occupants face a higher risk of injury. Rolls-Royce will notify affected owners, and an authorized dealer will inspect the side curtain airbags and replace them if necessary. The repair is free of charge. You can also contact Rolls-Royce customer relations at 1-877-877-3735, and you should check your VIN for any open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 15V787BMW of North America, LLC
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Rolls-Royce Phantom vehicles manufactured May 22, 2015, to September 23, 2015. The affected vehicles have left and right side curtain air bags that may not have been manufactured properly.
Risk
As a result of the improper manufacturing, the air bags may not position themselves as intended during deployment, increasing the risk of occupant injury in the event of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Rolls-Royce will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2016. Owners may contact Rolls-Royce customer relations at 1-877-877-3735.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Rolls-Royce Phantom20152016