Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #19V852000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V852000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting 1999-2000 323i and 328i and 2000 323ci and 328ci vehicles equipped with non-azide driver air bag inflators (nadi) manufactured by takata Includes 34,396 affected units, Air Bag Inflators May Rupture or Underinflate Bag, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

1999-2000 323i and 328i and 2000 323ci and 328ci vehicles equipped with non-azide driver air bag inflators (nadi) manufactured by takata

Defect Summary

Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 1999-2000 323i and 328i and 2000 323ci and 328ci vehicles equipped with non-azide driver air bag inflators (nadi) manufactured by takata. 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

Bmw will mail interim notices informing owners of the safety risk on january 17, 2020. owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. dealers will inspect the driver air bag inflators and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. bmw mailed interim notices informing owners of the safety risk on january 17, 2020. the recall began july 27, 2020. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V852000
Report Received Date: 2019-11-26T00:00:00
Subject: Air bag inflators may rupture or underinflate bag
Component: Air Bags
Potentially Affected Units: 34,396

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 1999-2000 323i and 328i and 2000 323ci and 328ci vehicles equipped with non-azide driver air bag inflators (nadi) manufactured by takata. 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: Bmw will mail interim notices informing owners of the safety risk on january 17, 2020. owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. dealers will inspect the driver air bag inflators and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. bmw mailed interim notices informing owners of the safety risk on january 17, 2020. the recall began july 27, 2020. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 7.46

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NHTSA ID: 19V852000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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