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Bmw iX3; e12018/85800579* (N-XA) — recall

Automotive · European Union · 2026-06-19

Origin: Germany

BMW iX3 vehicles for incorrectly bolted head airbags

Country	European Union
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-06-19
Country of origin	Germany
Manufacturer	Bmw
Models affected	iX3; e12018/85800579* (N-XA)
Defect	The head airbags in the affected vehicles may not have been bolted according to specifications, which could cause the airbag to deploy incorrectly or the inflator to move out of position and strike occupants in the event of an accident, leading to injury.
Component	Motor vehicles
Recall type	Injuries
Recall number	SR/01779/26
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	UNECE regulations, EU type-approval · Full guide →

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