2002 Bmw 325i | 2005 Bmw 325xi | 2004 Bmw 325xi | 2002 Bmw M3 | 2004 Bmw M3 — Air bags
Published July 16, 2014 · Recall initiated: June 11, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 14V428000, published July 16, 2014 and initiated June 11, 2018. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2002 Bmw 325i | 2005 Bmw 325xi | 2004 Bmw 325xi | 2002 Bmw M3 | 2004 Bmw M3 — Air bags.
What's the hazard
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2000 323i sedans, coupes, convertibles, and Sports Wagons; 2000 328i sedans and coupes; 2001-2005 325i sedans, coupes, convertibles, and Sport Wagons; 2001-2005 325xi sedans and Sports Wagons; 2006 325i coupes and convertibles; 2001-2006 330i sedans, coupes, and convertibles; 2001-2005 330xi sedans; and 2001-2006 M3 coupes and convertibles to address a safety defect in the passenger side frontal air bag which may produce excessive internal pressure that could cause the air bag inflator to rupture upon deployment of the air bag.
What to do
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side frontal air bag, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners in September 2014. A second notice was mailed when an adequate supply of parts became available, on December 1, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- 325I
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2002 BMW 325I | 2005 BMW 325XI | 2004 BMW 325XI | 2002 BMW M3 | 2004 BMW M3
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2002 Bmw 325i | 2005 Bmw 325xi | 2004 Bmw 325xi | 2002 Bmw M3 | 2004 Bmw M3 — Air bags recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V428000 on July 16, 2014. Reported hazard: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2000 323i sedans, coupes, convertibles, and Sports Wagons; 2000 328i sedans and coupes; 2001-2005 325i sedans, coupes, convertibles, and Sport Wagons; 2001-2005 325xi sedans and Sports Wagons; 2006 325i coupes and convertibles; 2001-2006 330i sedans, coupes, and convertibles; 2001-2005 330xi sedans; and 2001-2006 M3 coupes and convertibles to address a safety defect in the passenger side frontal air bag which may produce excessive internal pressure that could cause the air bag inflator to rupture upon deployment of the air bag.
What should I do if I have this product?
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side frontal air bag, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners in September 2014. A second notice was mailed when an adequate supply of parts became available, on December 1, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BMW. Model: 325I.