Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i convertible. While operating the vehicle, the message "passenger restraint system malfunction" displayed. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer (bmw of gwinnett place (3264 commerce ave, duluth, ga) were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 175,000. *tt
2008 BMW 328I airbags complaints
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I have the airbag light on that causes warning sign on the information center. I took the car to crevier bmw in santa ana, california to have it checked. They told me that the passenger seat detection mat sensor needs to be replaced. This is the problem that's existed before in previous years of the same model, according to nthsa publication on 2013-12-14. Would you please extend the years of the coverage since basically 2006-2011 is the same body type and components for bmw vehicle. Thank you so much.
Passenger restraint system failure. The passenger seat occupancy mat sensor is bad, and bmw has recalled it for my 2006-2007 cars, but I have an early 2008 production car that has the problem. I believe this to be a dangerous safety problem and as it stands I do not believe my airbags will deploy.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact stated that the air bag indicator illuminated for the front passenger side air bag. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v564000 (air bags); however, the vehicle exhibited the same failure as listed in the recall. The dealer (bmw of fort myers, 15421 s tamiami trail, fort myers, fl 33908, (844) 283-1830) diagnosed that the front passenger occupant detection mat needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 68,750. *tt updated 12/20/18
Use of the right front (rf) passenger seat would cause an air bag and seat belt malfunction indicator light. The lights would go out after a number of ignition cycles if there was no rf passenger, but would reappear after a passenger used the seat. The vehicle was taken to a bmw dealer on 10/12/18 and they found that the "oc3 mat" was faulty and they recommended that it be replaced and programmed. This is a similar issue to two other bmw recalls (17v‑428 and 13v‑564) related to the front passenger air bag seat occupancy sensor mat. This vehicle is a 2008 bmw e90 3-series with sport seats but is not included in either recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. While the vehicle was stationary and while driving various speeds, the air bag indicator illuminated without warning. Bill pearce motors (11555 south virginia street, reno, nevada 89511, (775) 826-2100) was made aware of the failure and performed a diagnostic test. The dealer stated that the sensor under the front passenger seat needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 76,000.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (bmw of dallas, 6200 lemmon ave, dallas, tx 75209, (972) 763-5528) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. *tt consumer stated it took over 3 years to replace the air bag. After replacing the air bag consumer also had more recalls related to electical which could cause fire. It was replaced. Updated 10/16/18
Passenger restraint malfunction.
Takata recall issue has not been resolved from dealship. Contact dealership to follow up when repair can be made and always being informed of parts backed ordered and was told they will contact me when they receive parts. Never once heard back and I would call back again for follow up and keep getting told the same thing, parts back ordered and they will get parts within a week and will contact me when they get the parts. Being told the same issue over and over again every time I contact to schedule repair on this recall. And never will I get a followup notice and have been this way for nearly a year.
I haven't received my date I can take my car for repair
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair as the recall notice was received over two years ago. The dealer (bmw encinitas, 1302 encinitas blvd, encinitas, ca 92024 (760) 335-6124) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was contacted several times and was unable to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact recently received a postcard from tk holdings, alerting her that they filed for bankruptcy. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 80,000.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags) over a year ago. The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called stevens creek bmw (4343 stevens creek blvd, santa clara, ca 95051, (800) 298-1501) and bmw of mountain view (150 e el camino real, mountain view, ca 94040 (650) 200-0149) and was informed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Takata recall. I've been trying since march 2016 to get my local dealership to replace my defective airbag, as outlined in my recall notice. I have been patient, and now my patience is up. I no longer want this dangerous airbag in my car, and since I have waited two years its time to replace it now. Can you help?
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (niello bmw elk grove, 8580 laguna grove dr, elk grove, ca 95757) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. While driving various speeds, the vehicle overheated and smoke appeared from the engine. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road, added water to the radiator, and was able to resume driving. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v071000 (air bags), 17v676000 (electrical system), and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The parts needed for the repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to braman bmw (2060 ne 2nd ave, miami, fl 33137, phone: (305) 571-1200), but the parts were not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer informed the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer and did not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 112,000. Parts distribution disconnect and VIN tool confirms parts not available.
I have contacted the dealer for months trying to get a replacement airbag installed. I have received numerous letters in the mail saying they have the parts but once I go to make an appointment there are never any replacement parts available. This does not make it seem safe to drive. How do I get my repair done? Thank you
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The interim recall notice indicated that the remedy and repair parts were unavailable. The contact was uncertain as to when the second letter would be sent from the manufacturer, indicating that the part was available. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags) and was to provide the repair. The dealer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called bmw northwest at (253) 922-8700 (4011 20th st e, tacoma, wa 98424) where it was confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was notified of the issue however, the contact stated that no confirmation of the parts availability was not confirmed and a complaint was filed. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. While driving approximately 55 MPH, there was a sudden traffic stop and the contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The contact sustained bruising to the hands to prevent the force of the driver's side air bag from damaging the contact's face. Medical attention was not received. A police report was filed. The front driver and passenger air bags deployed with force. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop for inspection and repair. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The faiulre mileage was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called a local dealer (bmw of bellevue, 13617 ne 20th, bellevue, wa 98005) and was informed that the parts were on backorder. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Takata recall. I received the recall notice in the mail in february 2017. I contacted the bmw dealer (north scottsdale bmw, scottsdale az) and was told the part was not available and we would be contacted when it was received. We followed up april and were told the same thing. The car was then relocated to alabama in may. In june we contacted the local bmw dealer (mobile bmw) and were told the same story. We followed up in september and were told, again, the part is not available. This is really bad given the safety concerns involved. It is now 8 months since receiving the original recall notice and we still have a potential deadly issue that bmw dealers in two states are consistently ignoring.
Takata recall I was involved in a motor vehicle accident on 10/1/2016. I had a friend drive my car while I rode in the passenger seat. My friend ended up driving into the back of another vehicle at a stop light. We were driving approximately 30 MPH. Unfortunately, my forearm and wrist broke after the air bags deployed and hit me. I remember chewing metal debris. I remember the pain that radiated from my wrist to my elbow because of the airbags impact. I underwent surgery 2 weeks later (I had to wait for the swelling to subside) I had 2 plates, 18 pins, and 11 screws inserted. My wrist will never be the same again. I feel as though the airbags did more damage than good. Attached is the police report, pictures, and a copy of my surgeon's instructions after surgery.
The car is no good ..the company sold me a un safe car
Seat sensor malfunctioning showing no passenger when passenger is seated. This may prevent seat belts from functioning and air bag deploying in the event of an accident and increasing injuries
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. While the contact's daughter was driving 20 MPH, three vehicles rear ended each other. The contact's daughter rear ended the second vehicle. The driver's side air bag deployed, but the passenger side air bag failed to deploy. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact's daughter sustained a face injury that required medical attention. The dealer (new century bmw, 1139 w main st, alhambra, ca 91801) was contacted and stated that the contact had to pay for the repair. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was contacted at 201‑571‑5859 and stated that they had to inspect the vehicle and would call the contact back. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000.
Takata recall
I'm submitting this complaint per instructions on letter I received related to safety recall on bmw driver side airbags. On august 15th 2017 I was given a four week lead time for the airbag repair to be completed on my bmw related to recall #16v071 by my local bmw dealership (nalley bmw of south atlanta) thereafter I called bmw USA and they were of little to no help to speed this up. Because of the risk of death / serious injury associated with this recall my car remains out of use since august 14th 2017. Four weeks waiting for a critical safety repair is beyond a reasonable period of time!! I demand either my repair is carried out immediately or replacement vehicle until it is.
Passenger seat occupancy mat sensor broken. Problem started, 5 years ago. This seems to be a well documented problem affecting many different bmw models/years. Bmw will not take responsibility for the situation. Please help.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was called and informed the contact that they would get back to her. No further assistance was offered. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called lauderdale bmw (located at 14800 sheridan st, pembroke pines, fl 33028) who stated that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the part was unavailable. The VIN was unavailable. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
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