Brussels (Eurotoday): BMW warns Belgian owners of potential Takata airbag issues in pre-2017 cars. The company is offering free replacements at 70 centers.
Recently, BMW reached out to car owners in Belgium about possible airbag issues. It will impact cars produced prior to 2017 that carry airbags by Takata, a Japanese firm that is out of business. Takata is one of the largest suppliers to most of the car brands. Some of them include BMW and Toyota. This recall is part of the much larger issue of millions of Takata airbags recalled in the world since 2013. For instance, in August 2024, 1.4 million BMW owners were cautioned in China due to faulty airbags and nearly 400,000 BMWs were recalled in the US in July 2024. In May this year, around 500,000 Citroën and Opel cars carrying Takata airbags were also recalled.
What are the facts of the BMW airbag recall in Belgium due to Takata airbags?
BMW has put Belgian car owners on notice for a possible trouble in the driver’s airbag. This would impact cars made before 2017 that had airbags produced by Takata, a Japanese company that has since ceased to operate. Takata was one of the largest suppliers for most of the car brands, including BMW and Toyota. This recall forms part of the much larger issue of millions of Takata airbags recalled in the world since 2013. For example, in August 2024, 1.4 million BMW owners were warned in China over faulty airbags, while nearly 400,000 BMWs were recalled in the US in July 2024. In May this year, roughly 500,000 Citroën and Opel cars containing Takata airbags were also recalled.
Takata airbags have been linked to thirty deaths and over 400 injuries worldwide. Issues started in 2004, but recalls didn’t begin until ten years later. By 2017, Takata had to close due to many damage claims. BMW Belgium assures that there have been no accidents or injuries from these airbags in the country. Jeroen Lissens mentioned that this new recall is to ensure everyone’s safety.
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7 responses to “BMW Belgium Issues Recall for Takata Airbags Due to Safety Concerns”
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So, let me get this straight: BMW’s idea of a “safety upgrade” involves sending us back to the garage for a free airbag swap—because who doesn’t love a little drama on the road? 😂 Just when I thought my morning commute couldn’t be more thrilling… 💨
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Oh great, just what we needed—another excuse to pay a visit to the BMW garage! 🤦♂️ At this rate, I might as well start calling my car “The Time Machine” because every trip feels like a blast from the past—like a 2017 version of safety! 🚗💥
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Oh, brilliant, just what I needed: a free airbag upgrade courtesy of BMW! Who knew driving around in a potential flying toaster could be such a thrilling experience? 🚗💨
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Oh, splendid! Just what we needed—another reminder that our beloved BMWs might not be quite as safe as they look. I suppose every car needs a little drama to keep things interesting, right? 🚗💨
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Just what we needed, another reminder that our beloved German engineering might have a bit too much “excitement” under the hood! 🎉 Who knew a BMW could turn into a surprise party on the road? 🤷♂️
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Oh, just what we needed—another reminder that airbags can double as confetti cannons! 🎉 Can’t wait to see how many “safety checks” we can cram into a lunch break at the local BMW garage. 🏎️💨
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Just what we needed, another reminder that our cars are basically ticking time bombs—cheers to free replacements though! 🚗💥 Now, if only they could throw in a complimentary “safety first” sticker for the dashboard! 😂
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