NHTSA Complaint #11631946 — 2012 BMW X3

AIR BAGS issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11631946
Vehicle	2012 BMW X3
Component	AIR BAGS
Date of Incident	December 1, 2021
Date Filed	December 21, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CT

Consumer Description

Front passenger seat occupancy mat defect causes disabling of passenger airbag. Recalls have been issued for the same issue in other models. Issue confirmed by dealership. Persistent warning lamp alert.

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