Bmw — 1 Series, 3 Series, M coupé, M3, X1, X3, X5M. X6M, X6, ActiveHybrid X6
Passenger car
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Injuries
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Hazard
- The propellant in the driver airbag can deteriorate due to high humidity and temperature variations. In the event of an accident in which the airbag deploys, this could result in fragments from the inflator casing coming loose and injuring the vehicle’s occupants.
- Origin
- Germany
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
What is this? This is a recall for some BMW cars. The airbag’s small gas generator may break inside if the car gets too hot or too damp.
What's happening? If the airbag ever opens in a crash, pieces could fly out and hurt people inside.
Does this affect me? Owners in France, the Netherlands or Portugal with certain BMW models made in Germany may be affected.
What should I do? Take your car to a BMW dealer right away. Ask your dealer or a mechanic for help.
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🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The propellant in the driver airbag can deteriorate due to high humidity and temperature variations. In the event of an accident in which the airbag deploys, this could result in fragments from the inflator casing coming loose and injuring the vehicle’s occupants. · Origin: Germany
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