NHTSA Recall 91V054000
NHTSA Campaign Id 91V054000; Date: Apr. 10, 1991
Chest deceleration exceeds maximum allowable limit whichresults in increased risk of occupant injury in a sudden stop or accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1991 BMW 318I; 1991 BMW 318IS
Component: Air Bags:knee Bolster
Manufactured by: Bayerische Motoren Werke
Affected Units:: 13,500
Recall Summary:
During testing, incorrectly installed driver-side knee bolster prevented steering column from moving forward as designed to absorb impact energy from driver dummy.
How to Fix:
Repair the knee bolster to allow clearance and avoid impedance of steering column movement during frontal impact.
Recall Notes:
System: occupant crash protection; fmvss 208. Vehicle description: passenger cars.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 23, 1991
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