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NHTSA recall 25V871000

Air Bags · BMW of North America, LLC

December 17, 2025report date
851units affected
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What's wrong: The head air bag inflator may fail at the weld joint, which can cause gas to leak from the inflator or result in an inflator rupture.

Why it matters: An inflator that ruptures may cause sharp metal fragments to enter or exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, an inflator that leaks gas may only partially inflate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: Dealers will replace the head air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 12, 2026.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2014 Bmw 228I, 2015 Bmw 228I, 2014 Bmw 320I, 2014 Bmw 328I, 2014 Bmw 335I, 2014 Bmw 428I, 2014 Bmw 435I, 2014 Bmw M235I, 2015 Bmw M235I.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 25V871000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.