BMW · United States · High
BMW I3: Air bags — frontal
Affects BMW I3 · 2014–2018 — about 32K vehicles.
The hazard
During a frontal impact, unbelted, small adult, drivers could be at a higher risk of neck injury.
What to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the Driver air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at the dedicated i3 recall number 1-855-269-3361.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational