Bmw I3 recall (17V720000)

Bmw · United States Recall

NHTSA Campaign ID: 17V720000
Report Received: 2017-11-16
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
Make: Bmw
Model(s): I3
Model Year(s): 2017, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Potentially Affected Units: 32,000

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 BMW i3 electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Unbelted, small adult, drivers may be at a higher risk of neck injury in the event of a frontal crash. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence

During a frontal impact, unbelted, small adult, drivers could be at a higher risk of neck injury.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the Driver air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at the dedicated i3 recall number 1-855-269-3361.

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