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BMW X3, 1 Series 5 Door Hatch and other models recalled over a restraint defect

Airbags or seat belts

On affected vehicles a possible degradation due to age of the propellant tablets may lead to over aggressive combustion if the air bag is activated and cause the inflator body to rupture.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

4 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • X3

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 01/09/2005 – 03/05/2006
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • BMW - 0032520300

  • 1 Series 5 Door Hatch

    Build dates
    • 15/04/2004 – 22/12/2005
    Manufacturer reference
    • BMW - 0032520300

  • 3 Series Saloon

    Build dates
    • 07/12/2004 – 30/12/2005
    Manufacturer reference
    • BMW - 0032520300

  • 3 Series Touring

    Build dates
    • 22/04/2005 – 30/12/2005
    Manufacturer reference
    • BMW - 0032520300

What to do now

The defect affects restraints: an airbag or seat belt may not work properly in a crash.

  1. Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
  2. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
  3. Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.

Why it matters. Airbags and seat belts only matter in a crash, so a defect can go unnoticed until the worst moment.

Repairs and costs

You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number.

If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2024/132). Quoted as issued.

Summary

On affected vehicles a possible degradation due to age of the propellant tablets may lead to over aggressive combustion if the air bag is activated and cause the inflator body to rupture.

Defect

On affected vehicles a possible degradation due to age of the propellant tablets may lead to over aggressive combustion if the air bag is activated and cause the inflator body to rupture.

Remedy

On the affected vehicles the drivers air bag will be replaced.

Models

X3, 1 Series 5 Door Hatch, 3 Series Saloon, 3 Series Touring

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Questions

Why are BMW X3, 1 Series 5 Door Hatch and other models being recalled?

The defect affects restraints: an airbag or seat belt may not work properly in a crash. Airbags and seat belts only matter in a crash, so a defect can go unnoticed until the worst moment.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.

Will the repair cost anything?

You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number. If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.

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