ID: #13V172000
MFR: BMW of North America, LLC
Component
AIR BAGS
What Happened
The passenger air bag in your car is designed to deploy in a crash to protect you and your passengers. In some 2002-2003 BMW models, the air bag's inflator could rupture and send metal shards flying — this could seriously hurt you or others in the vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
In a crash, the air bag might deploy and the inflator could break apart, sending sharp metal pieces your way. This could cause serious injury to you, the passenger, or others nearby.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty passenger air bag with a new, safer one, at no charge to you. Don't drive your car until you've been notified and scheduled this repair. Once replacement parts are available, BMW will contact you to arrange the fix.