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NHTSA Recall 04V247000: Air bags

BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 51 vehicles. It affects 2003 BMW Z4.

51
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2004
owners notified (June 11)
NHTSA campaign04V247000
ComponentAIR BAGS
Report receivedMay 24, 2004
Owner notificationJune 11, 2004
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain passenger vehicles, incompatible electronic air bag system processors may have been installed.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, air bag deployment may not occur, increasing the risk of injuries to the driver and/or front passenger.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the air bag system processors. The recall began june 11, 2004. Owners should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

Notes

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles covered by recall 04V247000

Make and modelModel years
BMW Z42003

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.