Passenger car Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | June 30, 2026

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

1. Recall Summary
A recall has been issued for certain BMW iX3 passenger cars. The recall was notified by Germany under case number SR/01779/26. The manufacturer is taking corrective action by recalling the product from end users, effective from 08/06/2026. The recall is classified as a serious risk due to the potential for injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Passenger car
– Brand: BMW
– Name: iX3
– Type/Model Number: e1*2018/858*00579* (N-XA)
– Production Dates: 18.12.2025 – 08.05.2026
– Country of Origin: Germany
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Company Recall Code: 0072990200
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information
The hazard is classified as “Injuries.” According to the recall notice, the head airbags in the affected vehicles may not have been bolted according to specifications. This condition 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. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers are instructed to follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. The official recall information and further steps can be accessed via the manufacturer’s dedicated recall website: https://www.bmw.de/rueckrufe. Consumers should check if their specific vehicle is affected using the company recall code 0072990200 or by contacting an authorized BMW service partner. No further specific consumer actions are detailed in the recall notice beyond contacting the manufacturer or visiting the recall portal.

5. Official Remedy
The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is the manufacturer. The category of measure is a recall of the product from end users. The specific remedy (e.g., repair, replacement, or refund) is not explicitly stated in the recall notice. Consumers should refer to the manufacturer’s recall portal or contact an authorized dealer for details on the corrective action to be performed on their vehicle.

6. Contact Information
– Manufacturer Recall Website: https://www.bmw.de/rueckrufe
– Company Recall Code: 0072990200
– Case Number: SR/01779/26
– EU Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099298
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Date of Entry into Force of Measure: 08/06/2026
– Additional Contact: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers are advised to contact their local authorized BMW dealer or service partner for further assistance.

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