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- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2002 325i and 325xi Sedan, and 323Ci, 325Ci, and 330Ci Convertible vehicles. This recall affects certain vehicles that may have had a driver-side air bag module installed as replacement equipment such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bag, or as a remedy part for a prior recall. The frontal air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the vehicle has been remedied. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall is an expansion of previous recalls, numbers 17V-047 and 19V-015.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture or explode. Over time, the propellant can degrade after long exposure to high humidity, heat, and repeated temperature changes. An explosion can send sharp metal fragments toward the driver or other occupants, which can cause serious injury or death.
If your vehicle is included in this recall, do not drive it until the driver airbag module has been replaced. Contact an authorized BMW dealer or BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to arrange the inspection and replacement. The repair is free of charge, and dealers will inspect the driver's airbag module and replace it as needed.
You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether this or any other recall applies to your car. This recall expands earlier recalls 17V-047 and 19V-015.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW 323 | 200020012002 |
|---|---|
| BMW 325 | 200020012002 |
| BMW 330 | 200020012002 |