NHTSA Complaint #11552887 — 2014 BMW X3

AIR BAGS issue reported to NHTSA

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Crash 1 Injury

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11552887
Vehicle	2014 BMW X3
Component	AIR BAGS
Date of Incident	October 23, 2023
Date Filed	October 31, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	Yes
Fire	No
Injuries	1
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	IL

Consumer Description

After a collision, the driver side airbag exploded and a large piece of metal was projected from the airbag and into the driver's lung. The surgeon removed a gold colored disc from the drivers lung. (See Photo) Further, the driver had a large laceration to their chest and shoulder that appears to be the result of shrapnel. (See Photos)

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