[Recalled] 1, 3, X1, X3, M3 — The driver airbag inflator may malfunction due to long-term degradation | EU Safety Gate 2026-02-27
A safety authority has issued a recall or warning for this item. The confirmed facts from the source notice are laid out below.
Recall details
| Product | 1, 3, X1, X3, M3 |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Bmw |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Issuing authority | RAPEX |
| Reference | SR/00596/26 |
| Country of notice | Germany |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Injuries |
| Notice date | 27 February 2026 |
Why it was recalled
According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: The driver airbag inflator may malfunction due to long-term degradation. In this case, if the airbag is deployed in an accident, the internal pressure in the inflator may be too high. The inflator could burst. Metal fragments may cause injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
This Serious risk recall concerns Motor vehicles products distributed in Germany and was recorded by RAPEX. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
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