NHTSA Recall 24V527000: Inflator module (air bags)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,145 vehicles. It affects 16 models including the BMW 320I.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V527000 |
|---|---|
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › DRIVER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE |
| Report received | July 11, 2024 |
| Owner notification | September 6, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe, 2014 5 Series Gran Turismo, 2014 5 Series Sedan, 2015 6 Series Convertible, 2015 6 Series Coupe, 2014 X5, 2013-2014 X3, 2014-2015 3 Series Sedan, 2014 4 Series Coupe, 2014 4 Series Convertible, 2014 3 Series Gran Turismo, and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Safety risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Remedy
The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. 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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V527000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 320I | 2014, 2015 |
| BMW 328D | 2014 |
| BMW 328I | 2014, 2015 |
| BMW 335I | 2014, 2015 |
| BMW 428I | 2014, 2015 |
| BMW 435I | 2014 |
| BMW 528I | 2014 |
| BMW 535D | 2014 |
| BMW 535I | 2014 |
| BMW 550I | 2014 |
| BMW 640I | 2015 |
| BMW 650I | 2015 |
| BMW Active Hybrid 5 | 2014 |
| BMW M4 | 2014 |
| BMW X3 | 2013, 2014 |
| BMW X5 | 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.