Component
AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The knee air bag in your vehicle is designed to protect your legs in a crash. Some models of your car may have a faulty air bag assembly that was folded incorrectly.
Risk if Unfixed
If this air bag doesn't deploy as intended in a crash, you could be at risk of serious injury to your legs or knees.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the knee air bag module with a properly assembled one, completely free of charge. You'll receive a notification with instructions on how to schedule the repair.
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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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Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →