NHTSA Recall 19V352000: Knee bolster (air bags)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,079 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the BMW 230I.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V352000 |
|---|---|
| Component | AIR BAGS › KNEE BOLSTER |
| Report received | May 9, 2019 |
| Owner notification | July 8, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2 Competition Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, and 2019 330i xDrive Sportswagon vehicles. The driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies may have been improperly folded and assembled.
Safety risk
An improperly folded and assembled air bag may not deploy as intended, increasing risk of injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the knee air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began July 8, 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 19V352000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 230I | 2019, 2020 |
| BMW 330I | 2019 |
| BMW 430I | 2019, 2020 |
| BMW 440I | 2019, 2020 |
| BMW M2 | 2019, 2020 |
| BMW M240I | 2019, 2020 |
| BMW M4 | 2019, 2020 |
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.