NHTSA recall 13V570000
Air Bags, Electrical System · BMW of North America, LLC
Details
What's wrong: Due to a production process error, the tear seam on the instrument panel was not manufactured correctly.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, the air bag could improperly deploy, thereby reducing the effectiveness of the air bag's protection and increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger. In addition, parts or fragments from the air bag system could strike and injure the front passenger or other vehicle…
The fix: Bmw has notified owners and dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2013.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2013 Bmw X3.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 13V570000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.