Side/window Air Bag problems of the 2002 BMW M3

Two problems related to side/window air bag have been reported for the 2002 BMW M3. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Side/window Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 09/15/2014

BMW sent me a recall notice to replace the takata passenger side air bag. I contacted my dealer in late October. The dealer has not responded and BMW USA says it does not kinow when parts may be available. The car was purchased in miami, FL new from a BMW dealer and was located in the florida keys for approximately 3 years. I now live on the water in northern California where the humidity is typically 99% overnight and my deck does not dry all day due to high humidity. Summertime temperatures are in the upper 80s to low 90s with several days each summer above 100 f. While I understand parts shortages, I am also unable to drive with a passenger in my car in what I believe is a safe manner. If a manufacturer cannot fix as recall in a reasonable time they should make other provisions for vehicle owners.

2 Side/window Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 05/28/2005

Drivers side door air bag deployed while driving for no reason. There was no accendent, no pot hole, and no objects were hit. Took to dealer on Friday, and they still have the car. The injuries were burns and bruises to the left arm.


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