Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The driver's air bag inflator in your vehicle is a critical safety system that protects you in a crash. In some 2006-2012 3 Series models, the original inflator was replaced with a faulty one that could explode during deployment.
Risk if Unfixed
If this inflator explodes, it could send sharp metal fragments flying at you or your passengers, causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will check the driver's air bag module and replace it with a safe one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible after receiving your recall notice, and you can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for assistance.
Show original NHTSA language
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 →