NHTSA Recall 16V071000: Inflator module (air bags)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 840,000 vehicles. It affects 13 models including the BMW 1 Series M.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V071000 |
|---|---|
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › DRIVER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE |
| Report received | February 5, 2016 |
| Owner notification | November 1, 2016 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive, 335is and M3 Coupes and Convertibles, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i SAVs, 2007-2010 X3 xDrive30i SAVs, 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M SAVs, 2009-2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d SAVs, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M SACs, 2010-2011 BMW X6 xDrive50i SACs and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V071000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 1 Series M | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| BMW 128I | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| BMW 135I | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| BMW 325 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| BMW 328 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| BMW 330 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| BMW 335 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| BMW M3 | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| BMW X1 Sav | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| BMW X3 Sav | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| BMW X5 Sav | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| BMW X6 Activehybrid Sac | 2010, 2011 |
| BMW X6 Sac | 2008, 2009, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
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.