2006–2012 BMW 328I, 323I, 335XI and more recall: Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 24V513000
- Reported
- July 3, 2024
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module
- Vehicles affected
- About 394,029
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) vehicles. The original steering wheel may have been replaced with a sport or M-sport steering wheel equipped with an inflator that can explode during deployment.
Safety risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
- BMW 323I: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
- BMW 325I: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
- BMW 325XI: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
- BMW 328I: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
- BMW 328XI: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
- BMW 330I: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
- BMW 330XI: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
- BMW 335D: 2009, 2010, 2011
- BMW 335I: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
- BMW 335XI: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
BMW 323I (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011); BMW 325I (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011); BMW 325XI (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012); BMW 328I (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012); BMW 328XI (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012); BMW 330I (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
What is the fix?
Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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.