BMW recalls nearly 4L cars in US over faulty airbags
BMW has recalled over 390,000 vehicles in the US, due to a potential issue with airbag inflators, that could explode and cause serious injury or death. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed that the original steering wheel in these cars may have been replaced with a Sport/M-sport steering wheel, equipped with a Takata inflator. Despite the severity of this issue, no accidents or injuries related to this problem have been reported according to BMW's latest report.
Details of the affected models and recall plan
The recall affects 394,029 vehicles, including certain 2006-2011 3 Series sedan models and 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon units. Also included is the 2009-2011 3 Series (335d). To rectify this issue, BMW dealerships will inspect and replace the driver's airbag module if necessary, at no cost to vehicle owners. BMW plans to notify affected owners via mail starting August 23 about this recall.
Contact information for recall details
Vehicle owners in the US, seeking more information about this recall can contact BMW's customer service by dialing 1-800-525-7417. Alternatively, they can reach out to the NHTSA's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236. These channels provide additional details and support regarding the recall, ensuring that all affected owners are well-informed and assisted throughout the process.
