Bmw Of North America, Llc | 2012-2013 bmw x3 xdrive28i, x3 xdrive35i, and m6 convertible vehicles and 2013 m6 coupe vehicles | NHTSA Recall #17V495000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V495000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting 2012-2013 bmw x3 xdrive28i, x3 xdrive35i, and m6 convertible vehicles and 2013 m6 coupe vehicles Includes 6,785 affected units, Incorrectly Welded Driver Air Bag Inflator, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

2012-2013 bmw x3 xdrive28i, x3 xdrive35i, and m6 convertible vehicles and 2013 m6 coupe vehicles

Defect Summary

Bmw of north america, llc. (bmw) is recalling certain 2012-2013 bmw x3 xdrive28i, x3 xdrive35i, and m6 convertible vehicles and 2013 m6 coupe vehicles. the affected vehicles have a driver's frontal air bag inflator that may have been improperly welded.

Corrective Action

Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's front air bag module, free of charge. the recall began october 6, 2017. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V495000

Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2017-08-08T00:00:00

Subject: Incorrectly welded driver air bag inflator

Component: Air Bags

Potentially Affected Units: 6,785

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Bmw of north america, llc. (bmw) is recalling certain 2012-2013 bmw x3 xdrive28i, x3 xdrive35i, and m6 convertible vehicles and 2013 m6 coupe vehicles. the affected vehicles have a driver's frontal air bag inflator that may have been improperly welded.

Consequence Summary: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator housing could separate from the base plate and result in metal striking the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Corrective Action: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's front air bag module, free of charge. the recall began october 6, 2017. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 72.27

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NHTSA ID: 17V495000

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