Recall 19V-291: 2019 BMW X3, 2019 BMW X4

BMW of North America, LLC recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Apr 10, 2019, covering about 50 vehicles.

NHTSA number
19V-291
Report date
Apr 10, 2019
Vehicles affected
50
Owners notified
Jun 3, 2019

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X4 M40i vehicles. The instrument panel assembly may have been improperly manufactured, possibly affecting the deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag.

The risk

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

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
ComponentAir Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number19V291000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
BMW X32019All years
BMW X42019All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 19V-291?

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X4 M40i vehicles. The instrument panel assembly may have been improperly manufactured, possibly affecting the deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag.

How is recall 19V-291 fixed?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.