Inflator in driver airbag module may not be produced to specification recall
Recall affects BMW X3
Reason for recall: 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.
When was it announced?
Apr 16, 2018
What action are BMW taking?
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the driver airbag module.
Does this affect your X3?
This issue affects X3, this particular recall is for the X3.