Dashboard- Airbag Indentation-with cool pics :)

shodanusmc · 03-03-2010, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 135iUSN

I would think that is a 'dealer' response...

I guess time will tell, but they way he explained it to me, it was a BMW mandate. Guess time will tell. I am not worried as I was not about to have them rip it apart to come back later. More concerned with the windows that go down after going up!

ichiban · 03-03-2010, 06:29 PM

I had this done at my dealer, everything came back great. I got the storage bin as well.

mineo77 · 04-29-2010, 05:44 PM

i have a 2010. Kept in the garage at work or at my house 95% of the time....this week i noticed an L-shape indentation on the passenger side. Just had my car in for squeeky brakes and armrest repair. Didnt mention the indentation yet, will see if it gets worse. Not a huge fan of the storage bin, but it would be handy (but so are velcro shoes and i dont go around wearing those!)

old1 · 05-04-2010, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisK

It will be interesting to see if the 2010's develop the same indentation.

I was going through the photo gallery for the 2010 135i on BMWBLOG, and I swear I can see the beginnings of an airbag indent in the interior picture. No storage bin, however.

ChrisK · 05-04-2010, 07:57 PM

Dang that sucks!

WTF - Why hasn't this been fixed.

Partsdood · 05-06-2010, 12:35 PM

Don't blame the dealer, it's BMW's policy that the dash will not be replaced.

SI B 51 07 10
Body Equipment April 2010
Technical Service

SUBJECT
Depression on Top of the Instrument Panel

MODEL
E82, E88 (1 Series)

INFORMATION
A slight depression or outline may be visible on the top, passenger side of the instrument panel. This outline is created by the perforated edge of the lid covering the passenger front airbag. This outline is a normal condition and is visible on most vehicles.

Due to normal variation, the outline may be more noticeable on some cars than others.

Do not replace any parts for this situation, as this is a normal condition and it will not provide an improvement.

WARRANTY INFORMATION
For information only

[ Copyright © 2010 BMW of North America, LLC ]

ChrisK · 05-10-2010, 01:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Partsdood

Don't blame the dealer, it's BMW's policy that the dash will not be replaced.

SI B 51 07 10
Body Equipment April 2010
Technical Service

SUBJECT
Depression on Top of the Instrument Panel

MODEL
E82, E88 (1 Series)

INFORMATION
A slight depression or outline may be visible on the top, passenger side of the instrument panel. This outline is created by the perforated edge of the lid covering the passenger front airbag. This outline is a normal condition and is visible on most vehicles.

Due to normal variation, the outline may be more noticeable on some cars than others.

Do not replace any parts for this situation, as this is a normal condition and it will not provide an improvement.

WARRANTY INFORMATION
For information only

[ Copyright © 2010 BMW of North America, LLC ]

This is such BS. C'mon BMW.

I have never had this problem before on a BMW, or any car for that matter.

Normal for a poorly MFG'd dash.

larryn · 05-10-2010, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChrisK

This is such BS. C'mon BMW.

I have never had this problem before on a BMW, or any car for that matter.

Normal for a poorly MFG'd dash.

I noticed this raised section on my car this morning. I can't even have them take a look, since I am sure they'll deny service since I put a bin on my dashboard myself. We all know they are not related to each other, but any excuse is good enough for BMW NA.

shodanusmc · 05-10-2010, 03:31 PM

I do not even notice mine anymore. I agree though, theur quality control on certain Issues does not instill a lot of confidence. Maybe be my last BMW product. Dash, Windows that go down, HPFP, rattles, software, paint, Convert top.....

dragon1761 · 06-27-2010, 11:36 PM

the dash indentation does come back even with the new bin. Its back after a month of installation!!!

m_thompson · 06-28-2010, 07:15 AM

Mine is 11 months old and the indent is starting to show

rsjean · 06-30-2010, 08:45 AM

Mine shows and now I'm even getting a center line..... an added cosmetic feature I guess...

KingOfJericho · 06-30-2010, 10:16 AM

Mine is starting to show now as well...

mineo77 · 06-30-2010, 12:15 PM

I think the airbag indentation adds about 10-15 horses to the rear wheels!? At least that is what the service manager told me when I showed him the indention in my dash! Kinda lame they aren't warranting this problem

jibaholic101 · 08-13-2010, 08:10 PM

i have the indent now, anyone get this replaced even with the service bulletin?

MikesBMW · 08-14-2010, 10:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jibaholic101

i have the indent now, anyone get this replaced even with the service bulletin?

mine has it too, i have bad rattles on the right most area of the dash and a pillar, i almost want to get the dash replaced just to see if it will solve the rattle issues rather than the indent

and 1 · 08-19-2010, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shodanusmc

My dealer told me that BMW will not be doing any more dash replacedments for the Indentation. I can live with it. It is now Unique!

i was told the same thing earlier this year.

basically said "yup we know it's a problem, but we're not going to fix it."

....BS

mosx · 09-03-2010, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by and 1

i was told the same thing earlier this year.

basically said "yup we know it's a problem, but we're not going to fix it."

....BS

I have a 2009 and I don't have the indentation, but my response there would be "put that in writing so I can take it to my attorney please"

It's amazing what you guys tolerate on a nearly $40k car. I rode in a Honda Civic Si yesterday and it was better built than the 1er at half the price.

IZAGLO · 09-03-2010, 12:12 PM

not the 3 Si's i owned.1989,04,06..plus they suck at handling, and are slow

nobbyv · 09-14-2010, 07:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mosx

I have a 2009 and I don't have the indentation, but my response there would be "put that in writing so I can take it to my attorney please"

It's amazing what you guys tolerate on a nearly $40k car. I rode in a Honda Civic Si yesterday and it was better built than the 1er at half the price.

Who sues over something that is 100% cosmetic? BMW is under no obligation to cover this. They can simply claim that this is how its supposed to look.

And I also rode in a Civic Si yesterday. The build quality/interior quality is nowhere near as good as BMW (which is no where near as good as Audi). The Si smells like you are in an old canvas tent.

ZIPNBYE · 10-19-2010, 09:10 PM

Odd reading the responses above about BMW not covering it. We had our car in two weeks ago for the seatbelt / sound insulation and tail-light gasket recalls and I made mention for them to check the dashboard air-bag indent...we're scheduled for a fix on Nov 5 for a new dashboard...no questions asked or comments to the contrary.

This is BMW Canada though...don't know if that makes a difference, for BMW USA and BMW Canada are two very different companies.

Itanius · 10-20-2010, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZIPNBYE

Odd reading the responses above about BMW not covering it. We had our car in two weeks ago for the seatbelt / sound insulation and tail-light gasket recalls and I made mention for them to check the dashboard air-bag indent...we're scheduled for a fix on Nov 5 for a new dashboard...no questions asked or comments to the contrary.

This is BMW Canada though...don't know if that makes a difference, for BMW USA and BMW Canada are two very different companies.

Interesting, considering the service bulletin is from BMW NA and guarantees they won't pay the dealership for parts, labor, or loaner fees. Your dealership must love you!

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mineo77 Lieutenant Colonel 123 Rep 1,925 Posts Drives: 2010 135i,1989 PRO3,2001 530i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Portland,OR iTrader: (2) Garage List 2010 135i coupe [7.56]	i have a 2010. Kept in the garage at work or at my house 95% of the time....this week i noticed an L-shape indentation on the passenger side. Just had my car in for squeeky brakes and armrest repair. Didnt mention the indentation yet, will see if it gets worse. Not a huge fan of the storage bin, but it would be handy (but so are velcro shoes and i dont go around wearing those!) __________________ 135i coupe  6MT  TiAg  ///M sport http://www.rhominnovations.com www.musicarNW.com www.unitedBMWonline.com
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Partsdood Enlisted Member 1 Rep 41 Posts Drives: 10 128, 05 FFR Cobra Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Northeast iTrader: (0)	BMW Bulletin 51.07.10 Don't blame the dealer, it's BMW's policy that the dash will not be replaced. SI B 51 07 10 Body Equipment April 2010 Technical Service SUBJECT Depression on Top of the Instrument Panel MODEL E82, E88 (1 Series) INFORMATION A slight depression or outline may be visible on the top, passenger side of the instrument panel. This outline is created by the perforated edge of the lid covering the passenger front airbag. This outline is a normal condition and is visible on most vehicles. Due to normal variation, the outline may be more noticeable on some cars than others. Do not replace any parts for this situation, as this is a normal condition and it will not provide an improvement. WARRANTY INFORMATION For information only [ Copyright © 2010 BMW of North America, LLC ]
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shodanusmc Captain 21 Rep 774 Posts Drives: 09 135 Vert Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chicago burb iTrader: (0)	I do not even notice mine anymore. I agree though, theur quality control on certain Issues does not instill a lot of confidence. Maybe be my last BMW product. Dash, Windows that go down, HPFP, rattles, software, paint, Convert top.....
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dragon1761 Lieutenant 83 Rep 528 Posts Drives: 128i SGM 08; 328i AW 14 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Arcadia, CA iTrader: (0)	the dash indentation does come back even with the new bin. Its back after a month of installation!!!
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rsjean satch 39 Rep 1,040 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Sonoran Desert, Tucson AZ iTrader: (3)	Mine shows and now I'm even getting a center line..... an added cosmetic feature I guess... __________________ "The Dingo ate your Mustang"
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mineo77 Lieutenant Colonel 123 Rep 1,925 Posts Drives: 2010 135i,1989 PRO3,2001 530i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Portland,OR iTrader: (2) Garage List 2010 135i coupe [7.56]	I think the airbag indentation adds about 10-15 horses to the rear wheels!? At least that is what the service manager told me when I showed him the indention in my dash! Kinda lame they aren't warranting this problem __________________ 135i coupe  6MT  TiAg  ///M sport http://www.rhominnovations.com www.musicarNW.com www.unitedBMWonline.com
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jibaholic101 Brigadier General 159 Rep 3,496 Posts Drives: women wild Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Charleston, SC iTrader: (0)	i have the indent now, anyone get this replaced even with the service bulletin? __________________ some italian, german, and japanese ones; and on order more of the same
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IZAGLO Mbira 30 Rep 1,011 Posts Drives: Sedonna Red 09 135i SOLD Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Garage cleaning Brake Dust iTrader: (3)	not the 3 Si's i owned.1989,04,06..plus they suck at handling, and are slow
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