Inst. Panel may interfere with air bag deployment
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2013 x3 xdrive 28i/35i vehicles manufactured february 11, 2013, through february 27, 2013. due to a production process error, the tear seam on the instrument panel was not manufactured correctly.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, the air bag could improperly deploy, thereby reducing the effectiveness of the air bag's protection and increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger. in addition, parts or fragments from the air bag system could strike and injure the front passenger or other vehicle occupants.
Corrective Action
Bmw has notified owners and dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. the recall began on december 11, 2013. owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at customerrelations@bmwusa.com.
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FAQ: Recall 13V570000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V570000?
NHTSA recall 13V570000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on November 15, 2013. It addresses: Inst. Panel may interfere with air bag deployment. The recall affects approximately 3 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V570000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.