Component
AIR BAGS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The head air bags in your vehicle are designed to protect you and your passenger in the event of a crash. In certain 2017-2018 models, long exposure to high humidity could weaken the air bag inflators, making them less reliable.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a severe crash, the head air bag might not deploy correctly, or the igniter could break away from the inflator. This could lead to serious head and neck injuries.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the head air bag on either the driver or passenger side, at no cost to you. Schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i and 540i xDrive and 2017-2018 530e xDrive vehicles. Prior exposure to excessive levels of humidity within the driver and passenger head air bag inflators may affect the proper deployment of the head air bags.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash of sufficient severity, deployment of the head air bag may be impaired and/or the igniter could separate from the inflator, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left or right head air bag, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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