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2019 BMW 3 Series AIR BAGS Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: High Priority

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AIR BAGS Safety Recalls

High Priority #19V352000 Plain English
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AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The knee air bag in your vehicle is a safety device that deploys to cushion your knees in a crash. In some 2019-2020 BMW models, this air bag may have been installed incorrectly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the knee air bag doesn't deploy as it should, you could be at risk of injury in a crash. This is a serious safety concern that you should address right away.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the knee air bag modules with new ones, free of charge. You'll be notified when the repair is ready, and you should schedule it as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2019 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 2019-2020 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2 Competition Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, and 2019 330i xDrive Sportswagon vehicles. The driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies may have been improperly folded and assembled.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An improperly folded and assembled air bag may not deploy as intended, increasing risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the knee air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began July 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Other BMW 3 Series 2019 Recalls

SEAT BELTS
2 recalls
BACK OVER PREVENTION
2 recalls
STEERING
1 recall
ENGINE
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
SEATS
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
2018
6 recalls
2017
3 recalls
2016
5 recalls
2015
8 recalls
2014
12 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

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2010 HONDA CR-V
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2011 HONDA CR-V
108 AIR BAGS recalls
2003 HONDA Odyssey
108 AIR BAGS recalls
2004 HONDA Accord
99 AIR BAGS recalls
2005 HONDA Accord
99 AIR BAGS recalls
2003 ACURA MDX
90 AIR BAGS recalls

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2019 BMW 3 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. 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:KNEE BOLSTER recall for the 2019 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #19V352000)

The knee air bag in your vehicle is a safety device that deploys to cushion your knees in a crash. In some 2019-2020 BMW models, this air bag may have been installed incorrectly. If the knee air bag doesn't deploy as it should, you could be at risk of injury in a crash. This is a serious safety concern that you should address right away. Your BMW dealer will replace the knee air bag modules with new ones, free of charge. You'll be notified when the repair is ready, and you should schedule it as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2019 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.