Defect Description For Recall
During Testing, Incorrectly Installed Driver-Side Knee Bolster Prevented Steering Column From Moving Forward As Designed To Absorb Impact Energy From Driver Dummy.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
318I
Year
1991
Recall Campaign Number
91V054000
Component Description
Air BAGS:Knee Bolster
Effect Of Defect
Chest Deceleration Exceeds MaximUM Allowable Limit Whichresults In Increased Risk Of Occupant Injury In A Sudden Stop Or Accident.
Fix Defect
Repair The Knee Bolster To Allow Clearance And Avoid Impedance Of Steering Column Movement During Frontal Impact.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Bayerische Motoren Werke
Start Of Manufacture
19900301
End Of Manufacture
19900301
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
13500
Date Owners Notified
19910723
Initiated By
Ovsc
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
19910410
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
208