BMW product recalled over possible metal fragments

Recall date

July 3, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

BMW of North America, LLC recalls 2006–2012 BMW — 10 models

Recall number

24V513000

Brand / firm

BMW

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 394,029 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.