BMW — X3, M6 Coupé, M6 Cabrio
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Injuries
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Hazard
- The housing of the driver’s front airbag inflator may have been incorrectly welded. In the event of a crash with airbag activation, the inflator may consequently rupture. Metal fragments created as a result could pass th
- Origin
- Germany
What is this? Some BMW cars may have a weak spot in the driver’s front airbag. The metal part that fills the airbag with gas might not be sealed right.
What's happening? If the car crashes and the airbag goes off, the weak part could break. Sharp metal pieces might fly out and hurt the driver.
Does this affect me? Owners of certain BMW models in Germany should check if their car is on the list.
What should I do? Call a BMW dealer or garage right away. Do not wait—ask them to fix the airbag for free.
🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The housing of the driver’s front airbag inflator may have been incorrectly welded. In the event of a crash with airbag activation, the inflator may consequently rupture. Metal fragments created as a result could pass th · Origin: Germany
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