Recall Alert: 2008 BMW 1 Series, 3 Series

BMW has issued a recall notice for all 1 Series and 3 Series vehicles from the 2008 model year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The recall is due to incorrect crimp connectors used on the side airbag and belt tensioner wiring.

Insufficient contact between the crimp connector and the corresponding plug could lead to an increase in the electrical resistance of the connection, which could cause the airbag to fail to deploy during an accident. Obviously, an airbag failing to deploy could lead to more severe injury in the event of an accident.

BMW hasn’t provided NHTSA with its remedy or notification schedule for the repair, but owners may contact BMW at 800-831-1117. They may also contact the NHTSA vehicle safety hotline at 888-327-4236.

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