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2013 bmw 128i airbags problems
moderate 27 complaints filed with NHTSA
· avg repair $1,100
Complaints
27
Recalls
1
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,100
Related recalls
criticalNHTSA 16V07100005/02/2016
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive, 335is and M3 Coupes and Convertibles, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i SAVs, 2007-2010 X3 xDrive30i SAVs, 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M SAVs, 2009-2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d SAVs, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M SACs, 2010-2011 BMW X6 xDrive50i SACs and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
What owners are reporting
15 most recent
airbags
· filed 12/09/2016
TAKATA RECALL I AM WRITING TO COMPLAIN ABOUT THE TIMELINESS OF THIS RECALL ON MY CAR. I WAS INFORMED OF THIS RECALL AT THE BEGINNING OF FEBRUARY OF THIS YEAR. IT HAS BEEN OVER 10 MONTHS I HAVEN'T HEARD ANYTHING BACK ABOUT THE STATUS OF WHEN THIS RECALL IS GOING TO BE FIXED ON MY CAR. EVERY DAY I AM DRIVING THE CAR WONDERING IF I AM SAFE OR NOT WITH THE AIRBAG IN MY CAR IF AN ACCIDENT WOULD O…
airbags
· filed 11/10/2016
EVEN THOUGH A RECALL IS ON THE CAR, MY BMW DEALERSHIP WILL NOT FIX THIS.
airbags
· filed 11/05/2017
"TAKATA RECALL" I HAVE CALLED TWO DEALERSHIPS TO HAVE MY AIRBAG REPLACE AND MY AIRBAG LIGHT IS ALSO ON AND THEY SAY THE PART WOULD HAVE TO BE ORDERED AND IT WOULD BE 2 WEEKS (UNITED BMW GWINNETT) AND I ASKED TO SPEAK TO THE MANAGER AND I LEFT A MESSAGE AND IT HAS BEEN A WEEK WITH NO RESPONSE. THIS A DANGEROUS CAR AT THIS POINT TO DRIVE BUT BMW DOES NOT SEEM TO BE TAKING SERIOUS LY. I THEN CALLE…
airbags
· filed 10/31/2017
TAKATA RECALL DEALER UNABLE TO REPLACE AIRBAGS
airbags
· filed 10/30/2025
The contact owns a 2013 BMW 128I. The contact stated that the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure was a recurring failure, and the vehicle was parked and no longer driven due to safety concerns. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
airbags
· filed 10/30/2017
TAKATA RECALL I OWN A BMW SERIES 1 128I YEAR 2013. I RECEIVED A NOTICE ON SEPTEMBER 2017 STATING THAT THERE IS A DEFECT ON MY AIR BAG , AND TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT AT THE NEAREST BMW. I HAVE CALLED BMW OF FORT LAUDERDALE AND BMW OF PEMBROKE PINES UNSUCCESSFULLY, SINCE I AM TOLD THEY DON'T HAVE THE REPLACEMENT AND NEED TO ORDER. THEY NEVER HAVE CALLED ME BACK. I ALSO CALLED CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND I…
airbags
· filed 10/21/2016
NOTHING -- YET. BUT BMW REFUSES TO REPLACE MY AIRBAGS, AS REQUIRED BY LAW.
airbags
· filed 10/13/2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW 128I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V071000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
airbags
· filed 09/20/2017
DON'T KNOW THE MAKE OF THE AIR BAG BUT THE RECALL WAS OVER A YEAR AGO. THE DEALER HAS NOT HAD THE AIR BAG REPLACEMENT IN STOCK THIS ENTIRE TIME SO THEY HAVE NOT MADE THE RECALL REPLACEMENT. [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).'*JB
airbags
· filed 09/20/2017
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW 128I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V071000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED REEVES BMW TAMPA (109 E FOWLER AVE, TAMPA, FL 33612, PHONE NUMBER: (813) 936-5500) AND…
Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2013 bmw 128i?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 27 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover airbags issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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