BMW second-row seat backrest cover panels for the side air bags may break during deployment of the side air bags.
The short version
BMW of North America, LLC reported a problem with the air bags side/window. Here is what owners need to know.
The second-row seat backrest cover panels for the side air bags may break during deployment of the side air bags.
A backrest cover panel that breaks during side air bag deployment may cause the air bag to deploy improperly, increasing the risk of injury to second-row seat occupants.
Take it to a dealer — they will replace the rear seat backrest side air bag cover panels, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 23V-039.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2023 | BMW 230i |
| 2023 | BMW M240i |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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