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2011 BMW 3 Series AIR BAGS Recalls

3 recalls Highest severity: High Priority

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AIR BAGS Safety Recalls

High Priority #24V513000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The air bag in your driver's seat is a critical safety device that deploys in a crash to cushion the impact. Your 3 Series vehicle may have a steering wheel that came with a faulty air bag inflator, which could rupture and shoot sharp metal fragments at you or your passengers in a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflator explodes during a crash, you could be seriously hurt or even killed by flying metal shards.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect and replace the air bag module in your vehicle at no cost to you. This is a free repair that you should schedule after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2024 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — 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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
High Priority #20V017000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The driver's side airbag in your vehicle uses a small explosive charge to inflate the bag in case of a crash. In certain models, an older part inside the airbag could explode, sending sharp metal fragments into the driver or passengers.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbag inflator explodes, it could cause serious injury or even death by sending sharp metal shards into the driver or other occupants.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator for free. This repair is also free, and you should schedule it after checking repair availability with your dealer to ensure your safety on the road. This timing describes the original 2020 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — 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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
High Priority #16V071000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The driver's airbag module in your vehicle is a critical safety system that deploys in a crash to protect you. In some BMW models, the airbag inflator might rupture when it's triggered, releasing metal fragments that could hurt you or others in the vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbag inflator ruptures in a crash, it could send sharp metal shards into the driver or other passengers, causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty airbag module or inflator at no cost to you. They'll do this to ensure your safety in the event of a crash, and you should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2016 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive, 335is and M3 Coupes and Convertibles, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i SAVs, 2007-2010 X3 xDrive30i SAVs, 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M SAVs, 2009-2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d SAVs, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M SACs, 2010-2011 BMW X6 xDrive50i SACs and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other BMW 3 Series 2011 Recalls

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
4 recalls
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2 recalls
POWER TRAIN
2 recalls

Other BMW 3 Series Years

2025
1 recall
2024
3 recalls
2023
4 recalls
2022
3 recalls
2021
10 recalls
2020
15 recalls
2019
9 recalls
2018
6 recalls
2017
3 recalls
2016
5 recalls
2015
8 recalls
2014
12 recalls
2013
9 recalls
2012
8 recalls
2010
9 recalls
2009
7 recalls
2008
6 recalls
2007
7 recalls
2006
11 recalls
2005
5 recalls
2004
5 recalls
2003
8 recalls
2002
8 recalls
2001
8 recalls
2000
7 recalls

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2005 HONDA Accord
121 AIR BAGS recalls
2003 ACURA MDX
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2011 BMW 3 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 3 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE recall for the 2011 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #24V513000)

The air bag in your driver's seat is a critical safety device that deploys in a crash to cushion the impact. Your 3 Series vehicle may have a steering wheel that came with a faulty air bag inflator, which could rupture and shoot sharp metal fragments at you or your passengers in a crash. If the air bag inflator explodes during a crash, you could be seriously hurt or even killed by flying metal shards. Your BMW dealer will inspect and replace the air bag module in your vehicle at no cost to you. This is a free repair that you should schedule after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2024 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.

What is the AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE recall for the 2011 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #20V017000)

The driver's side airbag in your vehicle uses a small explosive charge to inflate the bag in case of a crash. In certain models, an older part inside the airbag could explode, sending sharp metal fragments into the driver or passengers. If the airbag inflator explodes, it could cause serious injury or even death by sending sharp metal shards into the driver or other occupants. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator for free. This repair is also free, and you should schedule it after checking repair availability with your dealer to ensure your safety on the road. This timing describes the original 2020 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.

What is the AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE recall for the 2011 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #16V071000)

The driver's airbag module in your vehicle is a critical safety system that deploys in a crash to protect you. In some BMW models, the airbag inflator might rupture when it's triggered, releasing metal fragments that could hurt you or others in the vehicle. If the airbag inflator ruptures in a crash, it could send sharp metal shards into the driver or other passengers, causing serious injury or even death. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty airbag module or inflator at no cost to you. They'll do this to ensure your safety in the event of a crash, and you should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2016 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.