Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:HEAD
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The head air bag in your vehicle is designed to protect you in the event of a side collision. However, in certain 2014-2015 BMW models, this air bag's inflator could fail at the weld joint.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator ruptures, sharp metal fragments could enter or exit your vehicle, risking serious injury. Alternatively, if the inflator leaks gas, it might not fully inflate in a crash, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the head air bag with a safer, redesigned one – at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014 4 Series Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i xDrive), 3 Series Sedan (320i, 320i xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive), and 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i, M235i xDrive) vehicles. The head air bag inflator may fail at the weld joint, which can cause gas to leak from the inflator or result in an inflator rupture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator that ruptures may cause sharp metal fragments to enter or exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, an inflator that leaks gas may only partially inflate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the head air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 12, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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