3 series, M3
Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | SR/00583/26 |
| Brand | Bmw |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | 346L, 346X, 346K, 346C, 346R, M346, e1*98/14*0097*, e1*98/14*0144*, e1*2001/116*0144*, e1*98/14*0167*, e1*2001/116*0167*, e1*98/14*0112*, e1*2001/116*0112*, e1*98/14*0146*, e1*2001/116*0146*, e1*98/14*0150*, e1*2001/116*0150* |
| Published | 27 February 2026 |
Risk Description
The driver airbag inflator may malfunction due to long-term degradation. In this case, if the airbag is deployed in an accident, the internal pressure in the inflator may be too high. The inflator could burst. Metal fragments may cause injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car.