NHTSA Recall 20V152000: Inflator module (air bags) and instrument cluster/panel (electrical system)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 15 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW X3.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V152000 |
|---|---|
| Components | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL |
| Report received | March 18, 2020 |
| Owner notification | May 15, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 X4 xDrive30i and X4 M40i, and 2018-2020 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3M vehicles. The instrument panel casing may not have been tightened properly to the passenger air bag.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag could damage the instrument panel and cause small pieces of the panel to strike the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel casing, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 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 20V152000
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.