Recall 96V-110: 1992 BMW 318i, 1992 BMW 318is and 10 more
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Jul 1, 1996, covering about 75,000 vehicles.
The problem
The air bag contact ring locking tab located in the steering wheel assembly can break without warning.
The risk
If this happens, the contact ring wiring could eventually break. The air bag readiness indicator lamp (Srs or airbag) in the instrument cluster will illuminate, and the air bag would not deploy in the event of a frontal impact vehicle collision.
The fix
Dealers will replace the locking tab with one of a different design.
Notes
System: interior; passive restraint; air bag; driver. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin august 5, 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Frontal |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 96V110000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| BMW 318i | 1992 | All years |
| BMW 318is | 1992 | All years |
| BMW 325i | 1992 | All years |
| BMW 325is | 1992 | All years |
| BMW 525i | 1991, 1992 | All years |
| BMW 525IT | 1992 | All years |
| BMW 535i | 1991, 1992 | All years |
| BMW 735i | 1991, 1992 | All years |
| BMW 735IL | 1991, 1992 | All years |
| BMW 750IL | 1991, 1992 | All years |
| BMW 850i | 1991, 1992 | All years |
| BMW M5 | 1991, 1992 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 96V-110?
The air bag contact ring locking tab located in the steering wheel assembly can break without warning.
How is recall 96V-110 fixed?
Dealers will replace the locking tab with one of a different design.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.