BMW 1 Series, 3 Series, X1, X3 (E83, E84, E87, E90, E91) (2004–2014)
What the hazard is
In the event of an accident, a faulty airbag inflator could rupture, compressed gas and metal fragments may be propelled through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or death.
What to do
An online tool is available at www.recall.bmw.com.au that allows affected vehicle owners to upload photos of their VIN plate and steering wheel for checking. Owners will then be advised if the vehicle requires a further check by a BMW dealer. Alternatively: Owners of affected vehicles should contact their preferred authorised BMW dealer to schedule an appointment to have the steering wheel in their vehicle checked. If a faulty airbag inflator is found, the airbag (with centre horn pad) will be replaced free of charge. The steering wheel will not need to be replaced. All work is completed free of charge.
Defect
Some vehicles may have been converted after production with steering wheel variants containing a faulty Takata inflator. As a result, the driver's airbag inflator may rupture in the event of airbag deployment. The ACCC has published a related high risk recall. For further information go to the ACCC Product Safety website. Recall reference number PRA 2025/20544.