BMW 5 SERIES and 7 SERIES recall: Front airbags and seat belt tensioners may fail to deploy when needed
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- It has been identified that the airbag/SRS central sensor has been programmed with faulty software. If the vehicle is involved in a frontal or rearward collision then the airbag and seat belt tensioners may not be triggered which could lead to an increased risk of…
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. Recall all affected vehicles for the replacement of the airbag/SRS central sensor.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
It has been identified that the airbag/SRS central sensor has been programmed with faulty software. If the vehicle is involved in a frontal or rearward collision then the airbag and seat belt tensioners may not be triggered which could lead to an increased risk of injury to the occupants.
The fix
Recall all affected vehicles for the replacement of the airbag/SRS central sensor.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 SERIES | 2 Dec 2011 | 28 Jun 2012 | 1,047 |
| 7 SERIES | 2 Dec 2011 | 28 Jun 2012 | 1,047 |
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 16 November 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.