'There have been serious injuries and deaths': You need to see this urgent vehicle recall notice
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Vehicle recalls are never something drivers want to hear—especially when they involve critical safety components.
A recent warning has prompted urgent action for some car owners, raising serious concerns about a potentially life-threatening fault.
What emerged was a nationwide alert urging immediate checks and repairs for affected vehicles.
BMW owners across Australia were urged to act swiftly following a recall notice linked to a potentially deadly defect—one that could turn a standard safety feature into a serious threat.
While airbags are designed to protect passengers in the event of a crash, a specific batch installed in BMW vehicles had the potential to do the exact opposite. This fault wasn’t just theoretical—real injuries and deaths had already been recorded.
On 31 May, Product Safety issued a stark warning about airbag inflators that could explode with excessive force. The issue stemmed from Takata PSDI-5 airbags, which had been fitted to some BMW E9x series vehicles as part of a limited edition upgrade pack that included a sports steering wheel. These airbags were installed between 18 March 2010 and 24 May 2012.
‘If the defective airbag inflator ruptures, the airbag can go off with too much explosive force, causing sharp metal fragments to shoot out and kill or seriously injure people in the vehicle,’ the recall stated.
Over time, especially in areas with high temperatures and humidity, the chemical propellant inside the airbag could deteriorate—raising the risk of a dangerous malfunction.
Authorities did not mince words about the risk involved:‘There have been serious injuries and deaths.’
Drivers were advised to check the manufacturing date of their BMW by locating the European-type approval label, found on the ‘B pillar’—the part visible when the driver’s door is open.
If the vehicle fell within the affected production window, the guidance was blunt: ‘Do not drive your vehicle under any circumstances if your vehicle is affected.’
BMW committed to covering the cost of repairs and even towing. ‘Immediately contact your preferred authorised BMW dealer to schedule the replacement airbag,’ the recall continued.
‘Your dealer will arrange to have your vehicle towed to the workshop so that you do not need to drive the vehicle. The airbag replacement and towing are free of charge.’
‘Your vehicle will be repaired quickly once a booking is made with an authorised BMW dealership.’
Drivers needed either their VIN number or registration number when making the appointment.
Further details and a complete list of affected vehicles remained available via BMW’s recall site.
Recalls like this one are more common than many realise—and some car brands appear time and time again.
Curious which vehicles have topped the recall lists over the years? Watch the video below to find out.
Source: Youtube/WCPO 9
With safety recalls becoming more frequent, do you think enough is being done to keep drivers informed before accidents happen? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
A recent warning has prompted urgent action for some car owners, raising serious concerns about a potentially life-threatening fault.
What emerged was a nationwide alert urging immediate checks and repairs for affected vehicles.
BMW owners across Australia were urged to act swiftly following a recall notice linked to a potentially deadly defect—one that could turn a standard safety feature into a serious threat.
While airbags are designed to protect passengers in the event of a crash, a specific batch installed in BMW vehicles had the potential to do the exact opposite. This fault wasn’t just theoretical—real injuries and deaths had already been recorded.
On 31 May, Product Safety issued a stark warning about airbag inflators that could explode with excessive force. The issue stemmed from Takata PSDI-5 airbags, which had been fitted to some BMW E9x series vehicles as part of a limited edition upgrade pack that included a sports steering wheel. These airbags were installed between 18 March 2010 and 24 May 2012.
Deadly BMW airbag fault sparks urgent recall. Image source: BMW M
‘If the defective airbag inflator ruptures, the airbag can go off with too much explosive force, causing sharp metal fragments to shoot out and kill or seriously injure people in the vehicle,’ the recall stated.
Over time, especially in areas with high temperatures and humidity, the chemical propellant inside the airbag could deteriorate—raising the risk of a dangerous malfunction.
Authorities did not mince words about the risk involved:‘There have been serious injuries and deaths.’
Drivers were advised to check the manufacturing date of their BMW by locating the European-type approval label, found on the ‘B pillar’—the part visible when the driver’s door is open.
If the vehicle fell within the affected production window, the guidance was blunt: ‘Do not drive your vehicle under any circumstances if your vehicle is affected.’
BMW committed to covering the cost of repairs and even towing. ‘Immediately contact your preferred authorised BMW dealer to schedule the replacement airbag,’ the recall continued.
‘Your dealer will arrange to have your vehicle towed to the workshop so that you do not need to drive the vehicle. The airbag replacement and towing are free of charge.’
‘Your vehicle will be repaired quickly once a booking is made with an authorised BMW dealership.’
Drivers needed either their VIN number or registration number when making the appointment.
Further details and a complete list of affected vehicles remained available via BMW’s recall site.
Recalls like this one are more common than many realise—and some car brands appear time and time again.
Curious which vehicles have topped the recall lists over the years? Watch the video below to find out.
Source: Youtube/WCPO 9
With safety recalls becoming more frequent, do you think enough is being done to keep drivers informed before accidents happen? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
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