2019 Bmw X3 | 2018 Bmw X3 | 2019 Bmw X4 — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger
Published July 9, 2021 · Recall initiated: July 8, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V521000, published July 9, 2021 and initiated July 8, 2021. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2019 Bmw X3 | 2018 Bmw X3 | 2019 Bmw X4 — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger.
What's the hazard
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i and 2019 X4 xDrive30i, and X4 M40i vehicles. The front passenger seat occupant classification system may have been improperly assembled, which could result in the misclassification of the seat as unoccupied, and deactivate the front air bag.
What to do
Dealers will replace the seat foam, which includes the occupant classification system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- X3
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2019 BMW X3 | 2018 BMW X3 | 2019 BMW X4
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Bmw X3 | 2018 Bmw X3 | 2019 Bmw X4 — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V521000 on July 9, 2021. Reported hazard: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i and 2019 X4 xDrive30i, and X4 M40i vehicles. The front passenger seat occupant classification system may have been improperly assembled, which could result in the misclassification of the seat as unoccupied, and deactivate the front air bag.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will replace the seat foam, which includes the occupant classification system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BMW. Model: X3.