Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The airbag in your passenger seat is designed to protect you in a crash. In some 2000-2006 BMW models, the airbag inflator could fail and rupture, causing sharp metal fragments to fly towards you while you're driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could be seriously hurt or even killed by the sharp metal fragments that could strike you.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty airbag with a new one, free of charge. You'll be notified when it's time to schedule the repair, and you should do so as soon as possible to ensure your safety.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2005 323iT, 325iT, 325xiT, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci, 330Ci, M3 Coupe, 323Cic, 325Cic, 330Cic, and M3 Convertible vehicles equipped with non-desiccated frontal Takata PSAN inflators and PSPI passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant 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 passenger's front air bag, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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