Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #24V288000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 24V288000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting 2014-2015 2 series coupe (228i, 228i xdrive, m235i), 3 series sedan (320i, 320i xdrive, 328i, 328i xdrive, 335i, 335i xdrive, m3, 328d, 328d xdrive), 4 series coupe (428i, 428i xdrive, 435i, 435i xdrive, m4), and 2015 4 series gran coupe (428i, 428i xdrive, 435i, 435i xdrive) vehicles Includes 5,761 affected units, Air Bag Inflators May Rupture, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2014-2015 2 series coupe (228i, 228i xdrive, m235i), 3 series sedan (320i, 320i xdrive, 328i, 328i xdrive, 335i, 335i xdrive, m3, 328d, 328d xdrive), 4 series coupe (428i, 428i xdrive, 435i, 435i xdrive, m4), and 2015 4 series gran coupe (428i, 428i xdrive, 435i, 435i xdrive) vehicles

Defect Summary

Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2014-2015 2 series coupe (228i, 228i xdrive, m235i), 3 series sedan (320i, 320i xdrive, 328i, 328i xdrive, 335i, 335i xdrive, m3, 328d, 328d xdrive), 4 series coupe (428i, 428i xdrive, 435i, 435i xdrive, m4), and 2015 4 series gran coupe (428i, 428i xdrive, 435i, 435i xdrive) vehicles. the head air bag inflator may fail at the weld joint, which can cause gas to leak from the inflator or result in an inflator rupture.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the head air bags, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 4, 2024. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 24V288000
Report Received Date: 2024-04-24T00:00:00
Subject: Air bag inflators may rupture
Component: Air Bags
Potentially Affected Units: 5,761

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2014-2015 2 series coupe (228i, 228i xdrive, m235i), 3 series sedan (320i, 320i xdrive, 328i, 328i xdrive, 335i, 335i xdrive, m3, 328d, 328d xdrive), 4 series coupe (428i, 428i xdrive, 435i, 435i xdrive, m4), and 2015 4 series gran coupe (428i, 428i xdrive, 435i, 435i xdrive) vehicles. the head air bag inflator may fail at the weld joint, which can cause gas to leak from the inflator or result in an inflator rupture.
Consequence Summary: An inflator that ruptures may cause sharp metal fragments to enter or exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury. additionally, an inflator that leaks gas may only partially inflate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the head air bags, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 4, 2024. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 3.33

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NHTSA ID: 24V288000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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