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2014 BMW 3 Series AIR BAGS Recalls

3 recalls Highest severity: High Priority

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for AIR BAGS issues.

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AIR BAGS Safety Recalls

High Priority #25V871000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:HEAD

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's head air bag inflator may have a weld joint issue that could cause it to leak or rupture, which could affect the air bag's performance in a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator ruptures, sharp metal fragments could get inside or outside the vehicle, and if it leaks, the air bag might not inflate properly in a crash, which could increase your risk of injury.
Free Fix
You should take your vehicle to a BMW dealership, where they will replace the head air bag for free, and you'll also receive a notification letter with a date of February 12, 2026.
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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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
High Priority #24V527000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's driver's air bag inflator may have a manufacturing defect that can cause it to explode during deployment, which is a safety issue that needs to be addressed.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator explodes, it could send sharp metal fragments flying towards you or other passengers, potentially causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
The good news is that the repair is free! The dealership will replace your driver's front air bag with a new one, and you'll receive a notification letter with instructions on how to proceed.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe, 2014 5 Series Gran Turismo, 2014 5 Series Sedan, 2015 6 Series Convertible, 2015 6 Series Coupe, 2014 X5, 2013-2014 X3, 2014-2015 3 Series Sedan, 2014 4 Series Coupe, 2014 4 Series Convertible, 2014 3 Series Gran Turismo, and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Original — Remedy
The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 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 #24V288000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle has a side and window air bag system. The air bag inflator might be faulty, especially at the weld joint, which could cause gas to leak or the inflator to rupture.
Risk if Unfixed
A ruptured inflator could send sharp metal pieces flying inside or outside the vehicle, and a leaking inflator might not properly inflate during an accident, increasing the risk of injury.
Free Fix
The dealership will replace the faulty air bags for free. They've already sent you a letter, but you can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 if you need more information.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i), 3 Series Sedan (320i, 320i xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive, M3, 328d, 328d xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i xDrive, M4), and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i 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 November 4, 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 →

Other BMW 3 Series 2014 Recalls

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
2 recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2 recalls
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall

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
2013
9 recalls
2012
8 recalls
2011
11 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

Similar AIR BAGS Recalls in Other Vehicles

2010 HONDA CR-V
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2011 HONDA CR-V
144 AIR BAGS recalls
2003 HONDA Odyssey
144 AIR BAGS recalls
2004 HONDA Accord
132 AIR BAGS recalls
2005 HONDA Accord
132 AIR BAGS recalls
2003 ACURA MDX
120 AIR BAGS recalls

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2014 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:SIDE/WINDOW:HEAD recall for the 2014 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #25V871000)

Your vehicle's head air bag inflator may have a weld joint issue that could cause it to leak or rupture, which could affect the air bag's performance in a crash. If the inflator ruptures, sharp metal fragments could get inside or outside the vehicle, and if it leaks, the air bag might not inflate properly in a crash, which could increase your risk of injury. You should take your vehicle to a BMW dealership, where they will replace the head air bag for free, and you'll also receive a notification letter with a date of February 12, 2026.

What is the AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE recall for the 2014 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #24V527000)

Your vehicle's driver's air bag inflator may have a manufacturing defect that can cause it to explode during deployment, which is a safety issue that needs to be addressed. If the inflator explodes, it could send sharp metal fragments flying towards you or other passengers, potentially causing serious injury or even death. The good news is that the repair is free! The dealership will replace your driver's front air bag with a new one, and you'll receive a notification letter with instructions on how to proceed.

What is the AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW recall for the 2014 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #24V288000)

Your vehicle has a side and window air bag system. The air bag inflator might be faulty, especially at the weld joint, which could cause gas to leak or the inflator to rupture. A ruptured inflator could send sharp metal pieces flying inside or outside the vehicle, and a leaking inflator might not properly inflate during an accident, increasing the risk of injury. The dealership will replace the faulty air bags for free. They've already sent you a letter, but you can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 if you need more information.