Recall 09V257000: Side Air Bag Harness Defect

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

BMW/1 Series 2008

BMW/3 Series 2008

MANUFACTURER: BMW of North America, LLC

MFR'S REPORT DATE: July 01, 2009

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V257000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Air Bags: Frontal

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: ?

SUMMARY:
BMW is recalling M/Y 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.