Recall 10V254000: 2008–2011 BMW 1 Series
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 10, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 31,935
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Bmw is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 1-series vehicles. In a crash of sufficient severity, deployment of the front pre-tensioner and load-limiter occurs.
The risk
The insulation around the pre-tensioner could ignite.
The fix
Vehicles produced up through december 2009 will receive new front safety belt retractor units and a modification to the sound insulation near the units, while vehicles produced between january 2010 and may 2010 will receive a modification to the sound insulation near the units. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on august 23, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2008 BMW 1 Series
- 2009 BMW 1 Series
- 2010 BMW 1 Series
- 2011 BMW 1 Series
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V254000
- Manufacturer
- BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
- Owner letters
- Aug 23, 2010
- Components
- Seat belts:front:retractor (Seats & Seat Belts)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology