Takata recall: dealer keeps saying they are "working" on getting a replacement for my driver side air bag. I think I am getting a "run around" because my auto is a 2004 model. Please help me get this replaced.
The worst 2004 BMW 325IT problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags1
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- Airbags1
Recalls 1
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2005 323iT, 325iT, 325xiT, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci, 330Ci, M3 Coupe, 323Cic, 325Cic, 330Cic, and M3 Convertible vehicles equipped with non-desiccated frontal Takata PSAN inflators and PSPI passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high 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
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger's front air bag, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 20V018000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2004 BMW 325IT 20
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
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- Service action
- Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been...
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- Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs
- Takata class action settlement. customer support program. front driver side airbag modules.
- For the above-referenced vehicles with driver?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?)...
- For the above-referenced vehicles with passenger?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW...
What 2004 BMW 325IT owners say
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Is the 2004 BMW 325IT reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2004 BMW 325IT, fewer than a typical 325IT model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 BMW 325IT?
Airbags, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2004 BMW 325IT have?
1 recall, covering air bags.
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