How common are airbag complaints on the 2007 BMW 3 Series?

NHTSA lists 35 airbag complaints for the 2007 model year, which is 30% of all complaints filed for that year.

Is there a recall for the 2007 BMW 3 Series airbags?

NHTSA data provided here shows no related recall specifically linked to these airbag complaints, though several owners reported believing their vehicle should qualify for a broader BMW airbag recall.

At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure across these complaints is 71,555 miles.

Did the airbag issues cause crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 2 injuries among the 35 airbag complaints filed for the 2007 3 Series.

What is the most common airbag complaint pattern?

The most frequent pattern involves the front passenger seat occupant sensor mat failing, which disables the passenger airbag and triggers a restraint-system warning light.

2007 BMW 3 Series Airbags Problems

NHTSA logged 35 airbag complaints for the 2007 BMW 3 Series, 30% of all complaints filed for the year, with 2 crashes and 2 injuries reported. The typical failure surfaced at a median mileage of 71,555, mostly tied to a passenger-seat sensor triggering a restraint-system warning. No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this specific complaint set.

Airbags complaints: 35; 30% of 115 complaints
All complaints this year: 115
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 71,555 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Passenger seat occupant sensor mat fails, triggering a dashboard 'passenger restraint system malfunction' warning that disables the passenger airbag.
Airbags fail to deploy during low-speed collisions, including one crash into a telephone pole on icy roads.
Owners report the airbag and seat belt warning lights staying illuminated for extended periods without resolution.
Some drivers report a driver-side airbag deploying with enough force to cause facial injury after minor impacts like hitting a curb.
Several owners believe their vehicle should be covered by a known BMW airbag recall but are told by dealers and BMW USA that their VIN is excluded.

When 2007 BMW 3 Series airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 21, 2009, latest Jun 8, 2019.

35 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2009 to Jun 2019; peak Jan 2014 (2).

Airbags recalls for the 2007 BMW 3 Series

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Airbags complaints by 3 Series model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200516 (64%)
2006101 (50%)
200735 (30%)
200810 (15%)
200915 (28%)
201010 (33%)
20110 (0%)
20121 (14%)
20133 (14%)
20230 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are airbag complaints on the 2007 BMW 3 Series?: NHTSA lists 35 airbag complaints for the 2007 model year, which is 30% of all complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for the 2007 BMW 3 Series airbags?: NHTSA data provided here shows no related recall specifically linked to these airbag complaints, though several owners reported believing their vehicle should qualify for a broader BMW airbag recall.
At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure across these complaints is 71,555 miles.
Did the airbag issues cause crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 2 injuries among the 35 airbag complaints filed for the 2007 3 Series.
What is the most common airbag complaint pattern?: The most frequent pattern involves the front passenger seat occupant sensor mat failing, which disables the passenger airbag and triggers a restraint-system warning light.