1999 BMW 323I and BMW 328I recall: inflator module
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on November 26, 2019. It covers about 7,910 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 7,910
- reported
- Nov 26, 2019
- owners notified
- Jun 1, 2020
- related complaints
- 82
Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 1999 323i and 328i vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) manufactured by Takata at one specific inflator production facility. These inflators do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the driver air bag inflators and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417. Note: BMW recommends that owners do not continue to drive their vehicles.
Recall number 19V851000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 82 complaints about airbags problems.
Questions about recall 19V851000
Is there a recall on the 1999 BMW 323I and BMW 328I inflator module?
Yes. Recall 19V851000, reported on November 26, 2019, covers about 7,910 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 19V851000?
Dealers will inspect the driver air bag inflators and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417. Note: BMW recommends that owners do not continue to drive their vehicles.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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