BMW I3 2017: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V720000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | I3 | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-01-12 | 2017-11-16 | 2017-11-17 |
Production Dates: 2013-09-01 - 2017-11-14
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 32000
Report Initiator: OVSC OVSC Report
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 208
BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2014-2018 BMW i3 electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Unbelted, small adult, drivers may be at a higher risk of neck injury in the event of a frontal crash. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard "FMVSS" number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
During a frontal impact, unbelted, small adult, drivers could be at a higher risk of neck injury.
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.
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.safercar.gov.
