2009 BMW 3 Series airbags problems

Filed May 9, 2018 · Airbags, Seat belts · 84,000 miles · CA

Hello, my 2009 bmw e92 328i is experiencing an issue where the front passenger seat sensor is not functioning properly, which will cause the airbag and seatbelt to not function as intended. There have been recalls on other models for the same issue, but with the same design and parts, I do not understand how my car is not covered. (https://brandilaw.com/2013/12/26/bmw-recalls-76565-vehicles-due-to-a-front-passenger-seat-electronic-sensing-mat-failure/) this is a very dangerous problem. I have read on several online forums that it is a recurring problem in the cars after the effective recall date. I am trying my best to do due diligence and inform the ntsb to review this incident within other bmw models and to hopefully remedy any affected cars. The design of the sensor is very poorly constructed and very expensive to fix, leaving many owners to simply forego making the necessary fixes. In fact, several mechanics informed me that customers typically avoid making the fix due to how expensive it is, running the risk of their passenger not being protected in the event of a collision. I hope the ntsb can look into this problem. Please feel free to contact me at [xxx] for any additional information. Thanks, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Nov 26, 2017 · Airbags, Seats · 102,000 miles · FL

Front passenger occupancy seat sensor is defective because it disables passenger airbag creating a safety hazard rendering vehicle inoperable for passenger occupancy. This is a known defect experienced by previous models. Cost of repair is excessive..

Filed Aug 25, 2017 · Airbags · VA

Takata recall. I received notice of a recall in 2016 and bmw still has not contacted me to service the recall

Filed Jul 24, 2017 · Airbags · NC

Takata recall -- I received notification march, 2016, and have yet to have my air bag replaced. When will this be resolved?

Filed Jul 3, 2017 · Airbags · AL

Takata recall - received safety recall notice via mail 07-03-2017 that necessary parts to complete this recall were available but bmw dealership in birmingham, al stated parts were not available when I called to make a service appointment. The bmw rep told me to call back in a few weeks - parts might be available. I'm confused as to why I would receive this notice if parts were not available.

Filed Jun 28, 2017 · Airbags · NY

The air bag has been recalled for over a year and I am still waiting for my appointment to fix the matter. When the recall first happened I was very pregnant and I called bmw telling them I was concerned. They said that it would be fixed by 9/16 and I am still waiting and my baby will turn 1 on july 1,2017. When will my air bags be fixed? This is a serious and dangerous matter.

Filed Mar 18, 2017 · Airbags · PA

Takata recall it has been over 1y. Since officially notified of recall. Dealer has not contacted me on repair.

Filed Nov 5, 2016 · Airbags · FL

Takata recall. I live in a high humidity area 5 miles from the gulf of mexico in north west florida. Because of the high humidity I feel I am at high risk of a takata airbag rupture. In march of 2016 I received my initial letter from bmw USA informing me of the potential dangerous takata airbag module in my 2009 bmw 328i. I am requesting immediate replacement of the takata airbag module in my car.

Filed Oct 22, 2016 · Airbags · 16,800 miles · FL

Recall on february 5, 2016, bmw has failed to replace the airbag in almost nine months! What good is a possible death recall if the manufacturer does not replace the airbag?

Filed Oct 10, 2016 · Airbags · FL

Spoke to bmw today they are now talking about the parts not coming in until 2017. They have no idea what month so I could still be over a year away from resolving this. I cant even sell the car or trade it in because they cant resale it without correcting the recall. Acura was paying for a loaner car until the recall was corrected I guess bmw feels its owners are more expendable??