NHTSA Recall 20V018000: Inflator module (air bags)
Do not drive BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 292,948 vehicles. It affects 15 models including the BMW 320I.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V018000 |
|---|---|
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE |
| Report received | January 15, 2020 |
| Owner notification | February 13, 2020 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2005 323iT, 325iT, 325xiT, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci, 330Ci, M3 Coupe, 323Cic, 325Cic, 330Cic, and M3 Convertible vehicles equipped with non-desiccated frontal Takata PSAN inflators and PSPI passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Safety risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger's front air bag, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2020. 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 20V018000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 320I | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| BMW 323CI | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| BMW 323I | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| BMW 323IT | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| BMW 325CI | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| BMW 325I | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| BMW 325IT | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| BMW 325XI | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| BMW 325XIT | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| BMW 328CI | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| BMW 328I | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| BMW 330CI | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| BMW 330I | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| BMW 330XI | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| BMW M3 | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
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.