Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V720000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V720000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting 2014-2018 bmw i3 electric and hybrid electric vehicles Includes 32,000 affected units, Excessive Neck Tension-Extension Force/FMVSS 208, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2014-2018 bmw i3 electric and hybrid electric vehicles
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2014-2018 bmw i3 electric and hybrid electric vehicles. unbelted, small adult, drivers may be at a higher risk of neck injury in the event of a frontal crash. these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Corrective Action
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will update the driver air bag control unit software, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin january 8, 2018. owners may contact bmw customer service at the dedicated i3 recall number 1-855-269-3361.