BMW product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 23, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

BMW of North America, LLC recalls 2017 BMW, Rolls-royce — 4 models

Recall number

17V115000

Brand / firm

BMW, Rolls-royce

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 292 units

Why it was recalled

If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive and M4 vehicles and Rolls-Royce Dawn vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat-mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.

What to do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.