| Issue ID | 1427474 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11048471 |
| Manufacurer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Brand | BMW |
| Model | 3 SERIES |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 07/10/17 |
| Component | SEATS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Front passenger occupancy seat sensor is defective because it disables passenger airbag creating a safety hazard rendering vehicle inoperable for passenger occupancy. This is a known defect experienced by previous models. Cost of repair is excessive.. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 102000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CLERMONT, FL |
| VIN pattern | WBAWL13589PXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 06/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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