BMW recalls several model vehicles over defective airbags
FILE-A BMW dealership is seen in Mountain View, California. (David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
BMW is recalling certain model cars connected to an airbag inflator problem.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration explained in a Dec. 17 recall notice that the vehicle's head airbag inflator "may fail at the weld joint," which might cause gas to leak from the inflator or result in an inflator rupture, increasing the risk of injury.
What BMW models are being recalled?
Why you should care:
The automaker’s recall affects 851 vehicles and covers certain models listed below:
- 2014 4 Series Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i xDrive)
- 3 Series Sedan (320i, 320i xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive)
- 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i, M235i xDrive)
If I have one of the BMW cars, can I get it repaired?
What you can do:
Owners of the recalled BMW vehicles can take them to a local dealership to have the head airbags replaced for free.
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BMW will also mail owner notification letters on Feb. 6. And if you have questions regarding the recall, call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The Source: Information for this story was provided by a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall letter. This story was reported from Washington, D.C.