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💥 Crash risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 04V247📅 May 28, 2004

2003 BMW Z4 recall: airbag

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain passenger vehicles, incompatible electronic air bag system processors may have been installed.

💥 The risk

In the event of a crash, air bag deployment may not occur, increasing the risk of injuries to the driver and/or front passenger.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the air bag system processors. The recall began june 11, 2004. Owners should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
04V247000
Manufacturer
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
Vehicles affected
51
Component
AIR BAGS
Owner phone
1-800-831-1117
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 11, 2004
Built
Sep 9, 2002 – Sep 30, 2003
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 04V247 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 04V247?

2003 BMW Z4. 51 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized BMW dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-831-1117.