10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
37,200 miles

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2000 BMW 323 seat belts / air bags problems

seat belts / air bags problem

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2000 BMW 323 Owner Comments

problem #10

May 122008

323

  • 150,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2000 BMW 323I. The contact stated that on May 12, 2008 while driving at 55 mph, the air bags suddenly deployed causing her to drive off the road. The air bags were placed and. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000. The current mileage was approximately 157,000.

- Ham Lake, MN, USA

problem #9

Jun 092008

323 6-cyl

  • 89,000 miles
The contact owns a 2000 BMW 323I. While driving approximately 35 mph, the air bag warning light indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The following day, the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. The mechanic stated that the front driver's side air bag would not deploy in the event of a crash. The contact was advised that the air bag be replaced at the cost of $1,500. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 89,000. Updated 07/15/08

- Alta-Loma, CA, USA

problem #8

Aug 112000

323 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 20,000 miles
: the contact stated while stopping at a traffic light the contact's vehicle was rear ended. Subsequently, turning the vehicle into a 360 degree spin the vehicle crashed into a concrete retaining wall. This was a full frontal impact, and the airbags did not deploy. Seat belts were in use. However, injuries were sustained. A police report was taken at the scene. The vehicle was towed to dealer and was awaiting inspection. The manufacturer has been contacted. The insurance company deemed the vehicle a total loss. Updated 06/12/2006. Updated 6/16/2006 -

- Fresh Meadows, NY, USA

problem #7

Oct 182005

323 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 48,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact's vehicle struck a pot hole that resulted in deployment of both sides airbags, and the driver's head restraint. He took the vehicle to a dealership, who replaced the airbags. Afterwards, vehicle experienced a blowout of the driver's side front tire which resulted in deployment of the same airbags. No repairs have been made at this time.

- Lakewood, WA, USA

problem #6

Jun 262004

323

  • Automatic transmission
  • 65,000 miles
While driving at 35mph consumer's vehicle was hit from the side and front. Upon impact, air bags failed to deploy.

- Shenorock, NY, USA

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problem #5

Sep 242003

323

  • miles
Consistent problem with the "check air bag light." Dealer had replaced one sensor under the driver's seat/one sensor on the dashboard, and re-attached the wiring system.

- Mound, MN, USA

problem #4

Oct 182002

(reported on)

323

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Consumer state after making a stop without any indication vehicle air bag deployed without any indication. Dealer and manufacture has been contracted.

- Atl, GA, USA

problem #3

Dec 182000

323

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Consumer states while driving, the vehicle hit a pot hole causing slight damage to the rim and causing the passenger side air bag to deploy (claim # 22-V458-012).

- Portage, MI, USA

problem #2

Dec 182000

323

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Consumer states while driving, the vehicle hit a pot hole causing slight damage to the rim and causing the passenger side air bag to deploy (claim # 22-V458-012).

- Portage, MI, USA

problem #1

Jan 302001

323

  • miles
Consumer was traveling about 40mph on highway and all of a sudden dual airbags went off without prior notice. Vehicle had to be towed to dealership. There were no injuries.

- New York', NY, USA

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