Recall Radar

1999 BMW 3 Series recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 1999 BMW 3 Series. The most recent was reported on May 27, 2021.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
May 27, 202121V-401Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module4,511

Recall details

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

May 27, 2021 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 21V-401

What is wrong: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2001 BMW 3 Series (323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci and 330Ci), 1999-2001 323i, 328i, 330i, 330xi, and 2000 323i, 328i stationwagon vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) manufactured by Takata. These vehicles are equipped with driver-side air bag inflators that were previously inspected, but not replaced under recall numbers 19V-851, 19V852, or 19V-853. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to explode or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

Risk: The inflator could explode during air bag deployment, resulting in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.

The fix: Dealers will replace the driver-side air bag inflator with a newly designed inflator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 12, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 1999 BMW 3 Series have recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 1999 BMW 3 Series, the most recent reported on May 27, 2021. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 1999 BMW 3 Series?

Air bags (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 1 of the 1 campaign listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.