Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #19V851000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V851000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting 1999 323i and 328i vehicles equipped with non-azide driver air bag inflators (nadi) manufactured by takata at one specific inflator production facility Includes 7,910 affected units, Air Bag Inflators May Rupture or Underinflate Bag, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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1999 323i and 328i vehicles equipped with non-azide driver air bag inflators (nadi) manufactured by takata at one specific inflator production facility

Defect Summary

Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 1999 323i and 328i vehicles equipped with non-azide driver air bag inflators (nadi) manufactured by takata at one specific inflator production facility. these inflators do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan) propellant. due to a manufacturing issue, the nadi inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the driver air bag inflators and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. note: bmw recommends that owners do not continue to drive their vehicles.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V851000
Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2019-11-26T00:00:00
Subject: Air bag inflators may rupture or underinflate bag
Component: Air Bags
Potentially Affected Units: 7,910

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 1999 323i and 328i vehicles equipped with non-azide driver air bag inflators (nadi) manufactured by takata at one specific inflator production facility. these inflators do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan) propellant. due to a manufacturing issue, the nadi inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
Consequence Summary: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. an underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant. these scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the driver air bag inflators and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. note: bmw recommends that owners do not continue to drive their vehicles.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: Yes
Completion Rate: 9.24

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NHTSA ID: 19V851000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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