Defect Description For Recall
BMW Is Recalling 2,350 My 2008 1-Series And 3- Series Passenger Cars. Incorrect Crimp Connectors May Have Been Used On The Side Air Bag And Belt Tensioner Wiring. As A Result Sufficient Contact Between The Crimp Connectors And The Corresponding Plug May Not Occur Which Could Lead To An Increase In The Electrical Resistance Of That ConneCTIon.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
1 SERIES
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
09V257000
Component Description
Air BAGS:Frontal
Effect Of Defect
If That Happened, It Would Be Possible For The Side Air Bag And/Or The Safety Belt Tensioner Not To Deploy And Will Not Be Able To Properly Protect An Occupant, Increasing The Risk Of Injuries.
Fix Defect
BMW Will Notify Owners And Repair The Vehicles Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On September 16, 2009. Owners May Contact BMW Customer Relations And Services Toll-Free At 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20080523
End Of Manufacture
20080721
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2350
Date Owners Notified
20090916
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20090708