How many airbag complaints does the 2007 BMW 328i have?

NHTSA lists 105 airbag-related complaints for the 2007 BMW 328i, which is 26% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2007 BMW 328i airbags?

Yes, three separate airbag recalls cover this year: campaign 24V513000 for the driver airbag module, 20V017000 for driver airbag replacement, and 13V564000 tied to the passenger seat occupancy sensor mat.

Did airbag failures on the 2007 328i cause injuries?

NHTSA data tied to airbag complaints for this model year record 8 crashes and 8 injuries, with a median mileage at failure of 83,000 miles.

What is the main airbag problem reported by owners?

The most common pattern is airbags not deploying during a crash, along with a passenger seat sensor mat defect that disables the passenger airbag.

Which model years had more airbag complaints than the 2007 328i?

The 2008 model year had a higher share of complaints in this area at 35%, though the 2007 328i had more total complaints in this area at 105.

2007 BMW 328i Airbags Problems

Airbags account for 105 complaints on the 2007 BMW 328i, 26% of all complaints filed for the year. Owners most often report airbags failing to deploy in crashes, tied to three separate BMW recalls covering the driver module, passenger seat occupancy sensor, and related parts.

Airbags complaints: 105; 26% of 398 complaints
All complaints this year: 398
Crashes reported: 8
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 8
Median mileage: 83,000 mi
Related recalls: 3

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Airbags failed to deploy in frontal or side-impact crashes, sometimes at low mileage such as 7,000 miles.
Passenger seat occupancy sensor mat malfunctioned, disabling the passenger airbag and triggering a persistent seat belt warning light.
Side or driver airbags did not deploy during pole or rear-end collisions, with occupants reporting head, back, and limb injuries.
Owners waiting on recall repairs described long delays getting replacement parts from BMW dealers.
Some owners reported the airbag warning light stayed on for days after a passenger exited the seat.

When 2007 BMW 328i airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 14, 2008, latest Sep 3, 2024.

105 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2008 Q3 to 2024 Q3; peak 2017 Q2 (10).

Airbags recalls for the 2007 BMW 328i

NHTSA 24V513000Jul 3, 2024Airbags394,029 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) vehicles. The original steering wheel may have been replaced with a sport or M-sport steering wheel equipped with an inflator that can explode during deployment.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA 20V017000Jan 15, 2020Airbags59,965 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA 13V564000Nov 12, 2013Airbags76,565 vehicles
Air bags:sensor:occupant classification
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year 2006-2007 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i sedans and 530xi sports wagons, model year 2006 760i sedans, model year 2006-2007 750i, 750Li, and 760Li sedans, and model year 2006 X5 sports activity vehicles, equipped with certain seat types. The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if and how the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure.
Risk: Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, free of charge. Additionally, owners of model year 2006-2007 3 Series with standard seats, 5 Series with comfort seats, and Z4 models, will receive an extended warranty on their front passenger seat occupant detection mat. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

Airbags complaints by 328i model year

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

20050 (0%)
20060 (0%)
2007105 (26%)
200883 (35%)
200963 (33%)
201043 (28%)
201191 (16%)
201226 (20%)
201339 (15%)
201415 (10%)
20152 (2%)
20162 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does the 2007 BMW 328i have?: NHTSA lists 105 airbag-related complaints for the 2007 BMW 328i, which is 26% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2007 BMW 328i airbags?: Yes, three separate airbag recalls cover this year: campaign 24V513000 for the driver airbag module, 20V017000 for driver airbag replacement, and 13V564000 tied to the passenger seat occupancy sensor mat.
Did airbag failures on the 2007 328i cause injuries?: NHTSA data tied to airbag complaints for this model year record 8 crashes and 8 injuries, with a median mileage at failure of 83,000 miles.
What is the main airbag problem reported by owners?: The most common pattern is airbags not deploying during a crash, along with a passenger seat sensor mat defect that disables the passenger airbag.
Which model years had more airbag complaints than the 2007 328i?: The 2008 model year had a higher share of complaints in this area at 35%, though the 2007 328i had more total complaints in this area at 105.