3 Series
3 Series was recalled on 8 August 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1207/14. Injuries risk reported by Germany. The front passenger-side inflators could create excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment after long-term exposure to high, absolute humidity environments.
| Alert Number | A12/1207/14 |
| Brand | Bmw |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Type / Model / EC type-approval number: E46 / 3 series /Compact / e1*98/14*0167 / e1*2001/116*0167 E46 / 3 series / Coupé / e1*98/14*0112 / e1*2001/116*0167 E46 / 3 series / Convertible / e1*98/1..... |
| Published | 8 August 2014 |
Risk Description
The front passenger-side inflators could create excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment after long-term exposure to high, absolute humidity environments. In a worst-case scenario, the inflator may rupture, possibly causing injury. Even if the inflator does not rupture, due to the specific design of the front passenger-side airbag module with its integrated inflator, any excessive internal pressure of the inflator could potentially result in an increased risk of airbag-induced injuries in a deployment event.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to 3 Series.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.