10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 2 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 1 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 37,200 miles
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The contact owns a 2000 BMW 323I. While driving approximately 35 mph, the air bag warning light indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The following day, the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. The mechanic stated that the front driver's side air bag would not deploy in the event of a crash. The contact was advised that the air bag be replaced at the cost of $1,500. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 89,000. Updated 07/15/08
- Alta-Loma, CA, USA
: the contact stated while stopping at a traffic light the contact's vehicle was rear ended. Subsequently, turning the vehicle into a 360 degree spin the vehicle crashed into a concrete retaining wall. This was a full frontal impact, and the airbags did not deploy. Seat belts were in use. However, injuries were sustained. A police report was taken at the scene. The vehicle was towed to dealer and was awaiting inspection. The manufacturer has been contacted. The insurance company deemed the vehicle a total loss. Updated 06/12/2006. Updated 6/16/2006 -
- Fresh Meadows, NY, USA
The contact's vehicle struck a pot hole that resulted in deployment of both sides airbags, and the driver's head restraint. He took the vehicle to a dealership, who replaced the airbags. Afterwards, vehicle experienced a blowout of the driver's side front tire which resulted in deployment of the same airbags. No repairs have been made at this time.
- Lakewood, WA, USA
While driving at 35mph consumer's vehicle was hit from the side and front. Upon impact, air bags failed to deploy.
- Shenorock, NY, USA
Consistent problem with the "check air bag light." Dealer had replaced one sensor under the driver's seat/one sensor on the dashboard, and re-attached the wiring system.
- Mound, MN, USA
Consumer state after making a stop without any indication vehicle air bag deployed without any indication. Dealer and manufacture has been contracted.
- Atl, GA, USA
Consumer states while driving, the vehicle hit a pot hole causing slight damage to the rim and causing the passenger side air bag to deploy (claim # 22-V458-012).
- Portage, MI, USA
Consumer states while driving, the vehicle hit a pot hole causing slight damage to the rim and causing the passenger side air bag to deploy (claim # 22-V458-012).
- Portage, MI, USA
Consumer was traveling about 40mph on highway and all of a sudden dual airbags went off without prior notice. Vehicle had to be towed to dealership. There were no injuries.
- New York', NY, USA
- Ham Lake, MN, USA