BMW Recalling More Than 390,000 Vehicles Due To Airbag Inflator Issue

Washington — BMW of North America is recalling over 390,000 vehicles in the United States because their airbag inflators can explode, resulting in serious injury or death.

According to the agency, the original steering wheel may have been replaced with a sport or M-sport steering wheel that included a Takata inflator.

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BMW Recalling More Than 390,000 Vehicles Due To Airbag Inflator Issue

If the inflator explodes, sharp metal shards might strike the driver or other car occupants, causing serious damage or death, according to the NHTSA.

According to the most recent report, BMW has received no complaints of accidents or injuries in the United States that could be linked to this issue.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a recall on Wednesday for 394,029 vehicles, including 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) models.

BMW dealers will inspect and replace the driver’s airbag module for free if needed.

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BMW Recalling More Than 390,000 Vehicles Due To Airbag Inflator Issue

Owner notice letters are planned to be mailed on August 23. Vehicle owners can call BMW customer support at 1-800-525-7417 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

SOURCE  |  AP