More than 60,000 BMW cars have been recalled after a fault in their airbag systems was discovered.
Cars across several models have been identified as having steering wheel variants containing a faulty Takata airbag inflator, according to a warning from the Department of Infrastructure and Transport.
The driver’s airbag could rupture when deployed in an accident, potentially launching gas and metal fragments at the driver causing serious injury or death.
Some of the vehicles recalled may have been converted after production to steering wheels containing the faulty products.
Airbag inflators made by Takata Corporation have been the subject of some of the largest recalls in automotive history.
The company filed for bankruptcy in 2017.
In total, 63,118 cars have been recalled in this latest recall.
They include cars produced between 2004 and 2017.
BMW 1 Series, 3 Series, X1, and certain X3 models produced between 2004 and 2014 have been recalled.
In addition, 47,536 BMW F series models made between 2009 and 2017 have been recalled for the same issue.
Owners of the affected vehicles can use an online tool, to check whether their car is affected.
Owners will then find out if their vehicle requires a check by a BMW dealer.
If a faulty airbag inflator is found, the airbag and centre horn pad will be replaced free of charge.
A further 1366 Kia De Niro calls have also been issued a recall notice.
Due to manufacturing defects, moisture may have entered into a part of the Hydraulic Clutch Actuator.
This could cause an electrical short circuit and vehicle fire.
Owners can book an inspection with their Kia dealer to have the issue replaced free of charge.
