BMW X3 recall: Inflator in driver airbag module may not be produced to specification
- What's wrong
- The driver airbag module may not have been produced to specification. This could lead to excessive pressure building up inside the inflator causing the inflator to rupture resulting in metal fragments passing through the airbag cushion material into the vehicle interior at high speed. This…
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the driver airbag module.
What’s wrong
The driver airbag module may not have been produced to specification. This could lead to excessive pressure building up inside the inflator causing the inflator to rupture resulting in metal fragments passing through the airbag cushion material into the vehicle interior at high speed. This could lead to injury or death of the vehicle occupants.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the driver airbag module.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| X3 | 22 Dec 2017 | 12 Mar 2018 | 32 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 16 April 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.