BMW Alpina B3, BMW Alpina D3

Recall Summary BMW Alpina B3 and B3 D3 passenger cars are being recalled because the driver airbag inflator may degrade over time and malfunction during deployment. If the airbag inflates in an accident, the inflator could burst and release metal fragments that may injure occupants. This recall affects vehicles distributed in Germany.

Recalling firm
Alpina
Product
Passenger car. BMW Alpina B3, BMW Alpina D3
Reason
The driver airbag inflator may malfunction due to long-term degradation. In this case, if the airbag is deployed in an accident, the internal pressure in the inflator may be too high and the inflator could burst, ejecting metal fragments that could cause injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
European Union
Agency
SAFETY-GATE
Recall date
2026-06-12
Status
Ongoing
Areas affected
DE
Distribution
Germany

Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE

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