2008 135 recall for airbag issues

Ajumepke · 07-11-2009, 04:44 PM

[i meant for the title to mean 1 series and not just 135]

http://www.bmwblog.com/2009/07/11/bm...-airbag-issue/

Don't know if this has been posted - I checked in the maintenance section and saw nothing.

Vehicle Make / Model: BMW / 1 SERIES – 2008, BMW / 3 SERIES – 2008
Manufacturer: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Mfr’s Report Date: JUL 01, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V257000
NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Potential Number of Units Affected: All

Summary:
BMW IS RECALLING MY 2008 1-SERIES AND 3- SERIES PASSENGER CARS. INCORRECT CRIMP CONNECTORS MAY HAVE BEEN USED ON THE SIDE AIR BAG AND BELT TENSIONER WIRING. AS A RESULT SUFFICIENT CONTACT BETWEEN THE CRIMP CONNECTORS AND THE CORRESPONDING PLUG MAY NOT OCCUR WHICH COULD LEAD TO AN INCREASE IN THE ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE OF THAT CONNECTION.

Consequence:
IF THAT HAPPENED, IT WOULD BE POSSIBLE FOR THE SIDE AIR BAG AND/OR THE SAFETY BELT TENSIONER NOT TO DEPLOY AND WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT AN OCCUPANT, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES.

Remedy:
THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED THE AGENCY WITH A REMEDY OR NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.

Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

hot_ride · 07-11-2009, 07:03 PM

I'll add this to the list when I take my car in

crzy4135i · 07-12-2009, 05:22 PM

BSM 135i · 07-12-2009, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by crzy4135i

did you just recieve this?

Ajumepke · 07-12-2009, 05:27 PM

i'm also assuming that this is not an issue for 2009 models? Now if only they issue one for HPFP

BSM 135i · 07-12-2009, 05:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ajumepke

i'm also assuming that this is not an issue for 2009 models? Now if only they issue one for HPFP

they did issue one for the HPFP

HondaGoneRogue · 07-12-2009, 06:33 PM

Do you have a link?^^^

Judge · 07-12-2009, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BSM 135i

they did issue one for the HPFP

That would make too much sense. I love how the letter states that they are dedicated to the "highest level of automotive excellence" yet according to one poster here they are telling dealerships to stop replacing pumps until they actually die.

BSM 135i · 07-12-2009, 07:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HondaGoneRogue

Do you have a link?^^^

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=245241

Quote:

Originally Posted by Judge

That would make too much sense. I love how the letter states that they are dedicated to the "highest level of automotive excellence" yet according to one poster here they are telling dealerships to stop replacing pumps until they actually die.

yeah

HondaGoneRogue · 07-12-2009, 07:14 PM

Thanks!

Robert · 07-12-2009, 10:44 PM

Weird, I never got this letter.

MadMan77 · 07-12-2009, 10:56 PM

Hmmm... I have not received that letter. When did you get your letter crzy4135i? I see a date of December 2008 on your letter but I know for sure that I never received a letter then.

oneintheory · 07-12-2009, 11:11 PM

not every VIN will be affected, I'd imagine...

MadMan77 · 07-13-2009, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oneintheory

not every VIN will be affected, I'd imagine...

That is understandable but I would still like him to post when he received the letter so those that are affected can know when they will or should have received one from BMW.

crzy4135i · 07-13-2009, 07:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MadMan77

That is understandable but I would still like him to post when he received the letter so those that are affected can know when they will or should have received one from BMW.

Sorry, I don't remember. I received it awhile ago and threw the envelope away.. and only saved the letter in my filing cabinet. By the way, I also received the fuel pump letter.

crzy4135i · 07-14-2009, 05:18 PM

It appears seat sensors have been a problem on other models..

"
Statement on voluntary recall involving front passenger seat sensor mat on U.S.A. model BMWs - August 13, 2008

Today, BMW announced a voluntary recall regarding the front passenger air bag seat sensor mat involving approximately 200,000 Model Year 2004-06 vehicles. Affected are certain Model Year 2006 3-Series, Model Year 2004-06 5-Series, and Model Year 2004-06 X3 vehicles, depending upon seat type. BMW has found that the sensor mat may become damaged during vehicle usage depending upon the manner and frequency of the front passenger's entry and exit.

BMW will begin sending customer letters in late September 2008. Affected owners may continue to drive their vehicles; however, customers should contact their BMW Center if the air bag warning lamp, and the passenger air bag ''on-off'' lamp are illuminated simultaneously. In this situation, BMW recommends customers not to use the front passenger seat and have the vehicle serviced immediately. At the present time, we are unaware of any accidents or injuries as a result of this issue.

http://www.bmwusa.com/Standard/Conte...s/Default.aspx"

cagekicker · 07-14-2009, 10:54 PM

hmmm!

Citizen Z · 07-15-2009, 06:52 PM

Hah, my car was [one of] the first with this issue. On June 8th my airbag and seat tensioner light went off. I took it to a dealership near where I was travelling and they diagnosed the issue but said it'd take them 2-4 days to get the correct parts. I said screw that since I was in the middle of a month long road trip and didn't want to stay on the East Coast any longer. So I put another 7500 miles on my car and had a fantastic vacation, thankfully crash-free despite my hooning through the Rockies.

hot_ride · 07-15-2009, 07:10 PM

It's funny how none of these are a problem in Canada...

Cuz5150 · 07-15-2009, 07:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hot_ride

It's funny how none of these are a problem in Canada...

Yep.....we have way too many lawers down here! Everything is lawered-up!

07-11-2009, 04:44 PM	#1
Ajumepke First Lieutenant 46 Rep 332 Posts Drives: None Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	2008 135 recall for airbag issues [i meant for the title to mean 1 series and not just 135] http://www.bmwblog.com/2009/07/11/bm...-airbag-issue/ Don't know if this has been posted - I checked in the maintenance section and saw nothing. Vehicle Make / Model: BMW / 1 SERIES – 2008, BMW / 3 SERIES – 2008 Manufacturer: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC Mfr’s Report Date: JUL 01, 2009 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V257000 NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL Potential Number of Units Affected: All Summary: BMW IS RECALLING MY 2008 1-SERIES AND 3- SERIES PASSENGER CARS. INCORRECT CRIMP CONNECTORS MAY HAVE BEEN USED ON THE SIDE AIR BAG AND BELT TENSIONER WIRING. AS A RESULT SUFFICIENT CONTACT BETWEEN THE CRIMP CONNECTORS AND THE CORRESPONDING PLUG MAY NOT OCCUR WHICH COULD LEAD TO AN INCREASE IN THE ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE OF THAT CONNECTION. Consequence: IF THAT HAPPENED, IT WOULD BE POSSIBLE FOR THE SIDE AIR BAG AND/OR THE SAFETY BELT TENSIONER NOT TO DEPLOY AND WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT AN OCCUPANT, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES. Remedy: THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED THE AGENCY WITH A REMEDY OR NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117. Notes: OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .
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crzy4135i Major 83 Rep 1,075 Posts Drives: 08 135i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: US iTrader: (0)	It appears seat sensors have been a problem on other models.. " Statement on voluntary recall involving front passenger seat sensor mat on U.S.A. model BMWs - August 13, 2008 Today, BMW announced a voluntary recall regarding the front passenger air bag seat sensor mat involving approximately 200,000 Model Year 2004-06 vehicles. Affected are certain Model Year 2006 3-Series, Model Year 2004-06 5-Series, and Model Year 2004-06 X3 vehicles, depending upon seat type. BMW has found that the sensor mat may become damaged during vehicle usage depending upon the manner and frequency of the front passenger's entry and exit. BMW will begin sending customer letters in late September 2008. Affected owners may continue to drive their vehicles; however, customers should contact their BMW Center if the air bag warning lamp, and the passenger air bag ''on-off'' lamp are illuminated simultaneously. In this situation, BMW recommends customers not to use the front passenger seat and have the vehicle serviced immediately. At the present time, we are unaware of any accidents or injuries as a result of this issue. http://www.bmwusa.com/Standard/Conte...s/Default.aspx" __________________ Ordered 4/7/08, Delivered 5/15/08, Sold, but not forgotten.
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07-15-2009, 06:52 PM	#18
Citizen Z Alpine Master 111 Rep 1,310 Posts Drives: '08 135i AW Sport Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas iTrader: (1)	Hah, my car was [one of] the first with this issue. On June 8th my airbag and seat tensioner light went off. I took it to a dealership near where I was travelling and they diagnosed the issue but said it'd take them 2-4 days to get the correct parts. I said screw that since I was in the middle of a month long road trip and didn't want to stay on the East Coast any longer. So I put another 7500 miles on my car and had a fantastic vacation, thankfully crash-free despite my hooning through the Rockies. __________________ Alpine White with Taupe Leather 135i, Sports Package, Heated Seats, Comfort Access, iPod Adapter Fastness: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=252727
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