Transport CanadaCritical
2002 BMW 3 SERIESTransport Canada Recall #2013148
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, the passenger (frontal) airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. Increased pressure may cause the inflator to rupture, which could allow fragments to be propelled toward vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury. This could also damage the airbag module, which could prevent proper deployment during a crash where deployment is warranted, increasing the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant. The defect could also result in a fire causing personal injury and/or damage to property.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the passenger airbag.
3,574 vehicles affectedUpdated June 10, 2026