NHTSA recall 02V223000
Air Bags · BMW of North America, LLC
Details
What's wrong: On certain 4-door passenger vehicles, the side air bag system could deploy in certain non-crash impacts, such as when contacting large potholes or curbs at substantial speeds.
Why it matters: This could cause the side air bag and head protection system to deploy without an actual side crash or impact severe enough to cause significant visible damage to the vehicle. Unexpected deployment of the side air bag could cause serious injury if the occupant's head is resting near the side air…
The fix: Dealers will recalibrate the central air bag control module to reduce the possibility of such a non-crash deployment. Owner notification began October 25, 2002.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1999 Bmw 323I, 2000 Bmw 323I, 1999 Bmw 328I, 2000 Bmw 328I.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 02V223000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.