2021 BMW 330i SRS Sensor Mat Warranty Extension

Issue Overview

BMW has released a manufacturer communication, NHTSA ID 11019576, specifically addressing the Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Front Passenger’s Seat Occupancy Capacitive Interior Sensor (CIS) Mat. This communication highlights potential defects in materials and/or workmanship that could cause a "false seat occupancy alert" in affected vehicles. This issue impacts the proper functioning of the front passenger's airbag system. This 2021 BMW 330i manufacturer_communication is crucial for owners to understand their warranty coverage.

Warranty Extension Details

To resolve concerns related to this issue, BMW has extended the warranty for the "Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Front Passenger’s Seat Occupancy Capacitive Interior Sensor (CIS) Mat". The new warranty coverage is for 10 years or 120,000 miles, whichever occurs first. This period is calculated from the vehicle's original in-service or first delivery date. This extension provides significant protection for owners of the 2021 BMW 330i and 330e against this specific component failure.

What Owners Should Do

Owners of a 2021 BMW 330i or 2021 BMW 330e who experience a "false seat occupancy alert" related to the SRS Front Passenger’s Seat Occupancy Capacitive Interior Sensor (CIS) Mat should contact their authorized BMW dealer. The dealer can diagnose the problem and perform any necessary repairs under the extended warranty, provided the vehicle falls within the 10-year or 120,000-mile coverage period from its original in-service date. This 2021 BMW 330i manufacturer_communication ensures that repairs for this specific issue are covered.

Source: NHTSA ID 11019576