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Recall 21V-176

BMW of North America, LLC recalled the 2021 BMW 430I and 1 other model: Air bags (side/window, head); Air bags (side/window, thorax).

At a glance

Campaign number
21V-176
Reported
March 15, 2021
Vehicles affected
1,850 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 430i and M440i 4 Series Convertible vehicles. In certain side-impact crashes, the head-thorax air bag may not deploy as intended.

The risk

An air bag that deploys incorrectly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the software, at no charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory, and therefore no owner letters will be mailed. The recall began March 9, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles