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BMW of North America, LLC: Airbag Control Unit Software Malfunction

An air bag malfunction indicator light that fails to warn the driver of a problem increases the risk of injury in a crash.

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Date
2022-04-13
Country
United States
Brand
BMW
Product
AIR BAGS
Units
3,166 affected
Category
Vehicles
Source
NHTSA

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