i3, i4, M3, X1, X2, 2er (Grand Tourer), 3er (Limousine+Touring)
Fire, Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00976/22 |
| Brand | Bmw |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | F2X, F2GT, F1X, G3L, G3K, G4C, G234M, BMWi-1, e1*2007/46*1824, e1*2007/46*1677, e1*2007/46*1676, e1*2007/46*1947, e1*2007/46*2017, e1*2018/858*00122, e1*2018/858*00003, e1*2007/46*1213 |
| Published | 8 July 2022 |
Risk Description
The micro gas generator inside the seat belt retractor may not have been manufactured to specifications. This may lead to an impairment of the restraint function in case of an accident, increasing the risk of injury. Moreover, there may be spark formation in case of a pressure release outside of the inflator damaged tube, increasing the risk of fire. 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