2008 BMW 1 Series Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2008 BMW 1 Series. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 10V254000Jun 10, 201031,935 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts › Front › Retractor
  Covers: BMW 1 Series 2008–2011

  Reported issue: Bmw is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 1-series vehicles. In a crash of sufficient severity, deployment of the front pre-tensioner and load-limiter occurs.

  Possible consequence: The insulation around the pre-tensioner could ignite.

  Remedy: Vehicles produced up through december 2009 will receive new front safety belt retractor units and a modification to the sound insulation near the units, while vehicles produced between january 2010 and may 2010 will receive a modification to the sound insulation near the units. This service will be performed free of…

  Full campaign details →

• 09V257000Jul 8, 20092,350 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts › Front
  Covers: BMW 1 Series 2008, 3 Series 2008

  Reported issue: Bmw is recalling 2,350 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.

  Possible 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: Bmw will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on september 16, 2009. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services toll-free at 1-800-525-7417.

  Full campaign details →

← All problems reported for the 2008 BMW 1 Series