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BMW 2019: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Reported: August 15, 2018 Initiated: August 15, 2018 #18V533000

Product Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one each of 2019 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe and 430i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been incorrectly manufactured, potentially affecting the air bag deployment performance in the event of a crash.

Reason for Recall

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one each of 2019 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe and 430i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been incorrectly manufactured, potentially affecting the air bag deployment performance in the event of a crash.

Hazard

If the front passenger air bag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, the occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge.

Details

Recalling Firm
BMW
Distribution
United States

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one each of 2019 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe and 430i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been incorrectly manufactured, potentially affecting the air bag deployment performance in the event of a crash.. Recalled by BMW.
Why was this product recalled?
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one each of 2019 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe and 430i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been incorrectly manufactured, potentially affecting the air bag deployment performance in the event of a crash.
What should consumers do?
All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the NHTSA on August 15, 2018. Severity: Critical. Recall number: 18V533000.