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BMW of North America, LLC: Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.

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Date
2024-07-11
Country
United States
Brand
BMW
Product
AIR BAGS
Units
1,145 affected
Category
Vehicles
Source
NHTSA

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