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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN WBAVD13536KV02731 · Checked Sep 20, 2026
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WBAVD13536K•••••• 2006 Bmw 3 SERIES

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Most reported Air Bags 1 Engine 1

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Engine Nov 2016
Engine bolts - aluminum bolt heads were found by mechanic in engine compartment. Although mechanic has stated this does not pose safety risk, seems numerous customers with a bmw 3 series 2006 have experienced the aluminum bolt sheering off issue
Air Bags Sep 2011
The contact owns a 2006 bmw 3 series. While driving approximately 5 mph, the contact noticed that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics where the technician advised that the front passenger seat sensor mat would have to be…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN WBAVD13536KV02731 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.