BMW 5 SERIES, 3 SERIES, X5 recall: Drivers airbag may deploy incorrectly
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment. Metal shards may pass through the air bag material and cause injury to occupants.
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles replace air bag and inflator assemblies.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment. Metal shards may pass through the air bag material and cause injury to occupants.
The fix
On affected vehicles replace air bag and inflator assemblies.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 SERIES | 1 Jan 2002 | 31 Aug 2006 | 218,559 |
| 3 SERIES | 1 Mar 2002 | 31 Dec 2003 | 218,559 |
| X5 | 1 Feb 2002 | 31 Oct 2003 | 218,559 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 1 November 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.