VIN: WBAEV53414KM36172
Year: 2004 Make: BMW Model: 330i

Number of Open Recalls: 3

NHTSA Recall Number: 11V438

Recall Date: August 25, 2011
Manufacturer Recall Number: NA

SUMMARY:

LAMPS IN REAR QUARTER PANEL: On certain model year 2002 through 2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi models manufactured from September 1, 2001 through March 1, 2005, the resistance in the electrical contacts may increase over time, causing one or more rear lamp functions (tail light, brake light, and/or turn-signal) to stop working.

SAFETY RISK:

Intermittent rear lamp operation reduces your ability to warn other motorists of your intentions. This could cause a vehicle crash without warning.

REMEDY:

The remedy is available. Your BMW center will install an additional electrical ground connection to the circuit of the lamps in the vehicle¿s rear quarter panel. The lamps will also be checked for proper functionality. If they are not operating properly, then they will be repaired which could include replacement of the lamp¿s 8-pin connector housing, as necessary.

RECALL STATUS:

Recall INCOMPLETE

MANUFACTURER NOTES:

For additional information or assistance, please contact Customer Relations and Services at 1-800-525-7417 or email at .

If the manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for your vehicle in a timely manner, please contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at: 1-888-327-4236 or TTY: 1-800-424-9153 or file an online complaint with NHTSA (https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/VehicleComplaint/ ).

This recall data last refreshed:

Apr 21, 2017

NHTSA Recall Number: 14V428

Recall Date: July 15, 2014
Manufacturer Recall Number: NA

SUMMARY:

PASSENGER'S FRONT AIR BAG: On certain model year 2000 - 2006 3 Series sedans, coupes and convertibles, including the M3 versions, the passenger's front air bag may produce excessive internal pressure that could cause the inflator to rupture upon deployment of the air bag.

SAFETY RISK:

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's front air bag, excessive internal pressure could cause rupturing of the inflator, resulting in metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the front passenger seat occupant or other occupants.

REMEDY:

The remedy is available. Your BMW center will replace the passenger's front air bag module.

RECALL STATUS:

Recall INCOMPLETE

MANUFACTURER NOTES:

For additional information or assistance, please contact Customer Relations and Services at 1-800-525-7417 or email at . If the manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for your vehicle in a timely manner, please contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at: 1-888-327-4236 or TTY: 1-800-424-9153 or file an online complaint with NHTSA (https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/VehicleComplaint/ ).

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NHTSA Recall Number: 15V318

Recall Date: May 27, 2015
Manufacturer Recall Number: NA

SUMMARY:

DRIVER'S FRONT AIR BAG : During air bag deployment in an accident, the driver's front air bag module may produce excessive internal pressure that could cause the inflator to rupture.

SAFETY RISK:

Inflator rupture could result in metal fragments striking the driver or other passengers, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

REMEDY:

The remedy is available. Your BMW center will replace the driver's front air bag module.

RECALL STATUS:

Recall INCOMPLETE

MANUFACTURER NOTES:

For additional information or assistance, please contact Customer Relations and Service at 1-800-525-7417 or via Email at

If the manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for your vehicle in a timely manner, please contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at: 1-888-327-4236 or TTY: 1-800-424-9153 or file an online complaint with NHTSA (https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/VehicleComplaint/ ).

This recall data last refreshed:

Apr 21, 2017

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Recall information for this manufacturer is only available going back to January 01, 1999. If your vehicle was manufactured before this date, please contact the manufacturer for possible additional recall information.