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2010 BMW 328I: airbag warning light

6 of the 155 complaints about the 2010 BMW 328I describe airbag warning light.

owner complaints
6
of this car's complaints
4%
typical mileage
110,000
recalls
2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 4 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Airbag warning light by model year

What owners say

Filed Sep 14, 2023 · Airbags · 150,000 miles · KY

The contact owns a 2010 BMW 328I. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front passenger’s side air bag warning light remained illuminated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined, and the vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Feb 11, 2023 · Airbags, Seat belts · CA

The airbag light just turned on on me, I was looking to see if there was a recall on it, but since there isn’t, I want to make sure I’m not the only one with this problem. Also the seat belt light is on, I clicked all seat belts in, and the light remains on.

Filed Mar 13, 2019 · Airbags · 115,000 miles · CA

Takata inflators. Passenger seat mat/occupancy sensor causing air bag light to turn on.

Filed Oct 22, 2018 · Airbags, Electrical · 110,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw 328i. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated, which was a safety concern. The vehicle was taken to fields bmw south orlando (located at 9750 s orange blossom trail, orlando, fl 32837, (407) 956-6300) and it was determined that the VIN was not included in a recall for the air bags. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. In addition, the contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts needed for the repairs were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The contact called the dealer again and was informed that parts were not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Mar 21, 2017 · Airbags · 48,116 miles · FL

The passenger side "seat mat switch" failed, disabling the SRS system. A local bmw dealership replaced the defective part charging me $1264.20. This vehicle was purchased new by me; was never involved in an accident; had accumulated 48116 miles on the odometer. Bmw refused to acknowledge responsibility; however this problem has been reported a number of times to bmw and it did acknowledge prior years' problem with this part and authorized warranty extensions for over 70,000 vehicles.

Filed Jan 7, 2016 · Airbags, Driver assistance · 47,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw 328i convertible. The contact stated that the check engine and service air bag warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the air bag and restraint system malfunctioned and the vehicle needed an oil change. The vehicle was repaired; however, the vehicle began making an abnormal noise from the engine. Prior to the failure, the vehicle shook abnormally and had abnormal tire wear. The vehicle was taken to the delear where it was diagnosed that vehicle needed new tires and an alignment. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the lug nut wheel bolts were loose, the vehicle needed new tires and an alignment. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 47,000.

Service bulletins that may apply

Related recalls

Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator moduleReported July 3, 2024 · 394,029 vehicles affected
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) vehicles. The original steering wheel may have been replaced with a sport or M-sport steering wheel equipped with an inflator that can explode during deployment.
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 24V513000 · Recall details

Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator moduleReported January 15, 2020 · 59,965 vehicles affected
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) 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 driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 20V017000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2010 BMW 328I airbag light

Is airbag warning light a common problem on the 2010 BMW 328I?

6 of 155 owner complaints about the 2010 BMW 328I (4%) mention airbag warning light. The model year with the most reports is 2007.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2010 BMW 328I?

There are 2 recalls and 4 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2010 BMW 328I

Check engine light 30Stalling 26Fire or smoke 10Won't start 6Engine failure 5Fuel pump 5Loss of power 5Misfire 5

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