BMW 330, 325 +1 more: Air bags — inflator module

Affects BMW 330, 325, 323 · 2000–2002 — about 4K vehicles.

The hazard

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

What to do

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the vehicle has been remedied. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall is an expansion of previous recalls, numbers 17V-047 and 19V-015.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational