In the event that a defective airbag inflator ruptures, metal fragments may propel out through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or fatality.

Known owners will be contacted by BMW Australia Ltd or a BMW dealer.

Owners of affected vehicles should contact their local BMW dealership or BMW head office directly via the website at https://www.bmw.com.au/recall to arrange for a free airbag inspection. If a faulty airbag is found, it will be replaced free of charge.

Alternatively, consumers can use their registration plate number to check if their vehicle is affected by going to http://www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au

Consumers can locate their nearest BMW dealership at: https://findadealer.bmw.com.au/#/dlo or contact the BMW Takata Hotline directly on 1800 243 675.

We also recommend you visit https://www.productsafety.gov.au/newsletter/subscribe to subscribe to receive updates about current and future recalls as they are published.

Further information for consumers is available at: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/compulsory-takata-airbag-recall