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BMW 430i Recall 21V176: Side Air Bag May Not Deploy Properly in Crash

NHTSA campaign 21V176, reported March 15, 2021, 1,850 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

In certain side-impact crashes, the head-thorax side air bag may not deploy as intended. An air bag that deploys incorrectly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

The remedy is a software update performed by an authorized dealer at no charge. All affected vehicles were still in dealer inventory when the recall began, so owners will not receive a mailed letter. Owners can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for more information, and can check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V176BMW of North America, LLC
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:HEAD; AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:THORAX
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 430i and M440i 4 Series Convertible vehicles. In certain side-impact crashes, the head-thorax air bag may not deploy as intended.
Risk
An air bag that deploys incorrectly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software, at no charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory, and therefore no owner letters will be mailed. The recall began March 9, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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

BMW 430i2021
BMW M440I2021