NHTSA Recall 19V291000: Instrument cluster/panel (electrical system) and inflator module (air bags)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 50 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW X3.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V291000 |
|---|---|
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE |
| Report received | April 10, 2019 |
| Owner notification | June 3, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X4 M40i vehicles. The instrument panel assembly may have been improperly manufactured, possibly affecting the deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag.
Safety risk
If the front passenger air bag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, the occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. 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 19V291000
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.