BMW 2019: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one each of 2019 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe and 430i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The front passenger air bag…

Recall #: 18V533000

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Bmw recalled BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one each of 2019 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe,….

BMW 2019: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE was recalled by Bmw in August 15, 2018. Reason: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one each of 2019 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Co…. Remedy: All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers will replace the front pass…. Verify recall #18V533000 with the NHTSA before acting.

The recall

Bmw issued this NHTSA recall-BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one each of 2019 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Co….

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agency class: August 15, 2018
reported

Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #18V533000 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from NHTSA - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one each of 2019 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe and 430i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been incorrectly manufactured, potentially affecting the air bag deployment performance in the event of a crash.

Reason for recall

Hazard

If the front passenger air bag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, the occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy, what to do

All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the NHTSA recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	18V533000
Date reported	August 15, 2018
Date initiated	August 15, 2018
Recalling firm	Bmw
Affected scope	Not disclosed
Distribution	United States
Official source	NHTSA notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

What to do with this recall

All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

What should consumers do? ▼

All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the NHTSA on August 15, 2018. NHTSA does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 18V533000.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: United States.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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