Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #20V018000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V018000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting 2000-2005 323it, 325it, 325xit, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323ci, 325ci, 328ci, 330ci, m3 coupe, 323cic, 325cic, 330cic, and m3 convertible vehicles equipped with non-desiccated frontal takata psan inflators and pspi passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous takata recalls Includes 292,948 affected units, Passenger frontal Air Bag Inflators May Explode, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2000-2005 323it, 325it, 325xit, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323ci, 325ci, 328ci, 330ci, m3 coupe, 323cic, 325cic, 330cic, and m3 convertible vehicles equipped with non-desiccated frontal takata psan inflators and pspi passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous takata recalls

Defect Summary

Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2000-2005 323it, 325it, 325xit, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323ci, 325ci, 328ci, 330ci, m3 coupe, 323cic, 325cic, 330cic, and m3 convertible vehicles equipped with non-desiccated frontal takata psan inflators and pspi passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous takata recalls. these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Corrective Action

Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger's front air bag, free of charge. the recall began february 13, 2020. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V018000

Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2020-01-15T00:00:00

Subject: Passenger frontal air bag inflators may explode

Component: Air Bags

Potentially Affected Units: 292,948

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2000-2005 323it, 325it, 325xit, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323ci, 325ci, 328ci, 330ci, m3 coupe, 323cic, 325cic, 330cic, and m3 convertible vehicles equipped with non-desiccated frontal takata psan inflators and pspi passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous takata recalls. these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Consequence Summary: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Corrective Action: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger's front air bag, free of charge. the recall began february 13, 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: 42.41

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NHTSA ID: 20V018000

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