1 recallRisk Grade: BMost severe issue:High Priority
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2016 BMW 7 Series · 1 recorded campaigns · Prepared 2026-11-08
Model-year records do not confirm VIN eligibility or completed repairs. Ask your dealer to check your VIN and the original filing's safety instructions.
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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
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The air bag control module in your BMW is a computer that helps decide when to inflate your front air bags in a crash. In some 2016 models, this module can malfunction due to tiny particles left behind during manufacturing.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your front air bags might not deploy in a crash, which could put you and your passengers at risk of serious injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty air bag control module with a new one, at no cost to you. Schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible to ensure your safety on the road. This timing describes the original 2016 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 740Li, 750Li, and 750Lxi vehicles manufactured July 1, 2015, to December 11, 2015. The affected vehicles have an air bag control module that may randomly reset due to an electrical short circuit as a result of residual metallic particles from the manufacturing process.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash while the air bag module is resetting, the air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module, free of charge. The recall began on July 11, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
What is the overall risk grade for the 2016 BMW 7 Series?
The 2016 BMW 7 Series has a risk grade of B. This grade is calculated from 1 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).
How many safety recalls does the 2016 BMW 7 Series have?
The 2016 BMW 7 Series has 1 known safety recall on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
What is the most severe recall for the 2016 BMW 7 Series?
The most severe recall for the 2016 BMW 7 Series is classified as high. This indicates a serious safety concern that should be addressed promptly.
Is the 2016 BMW 7 Series safe to drive?
This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.
What is the AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE recall for the 2016 BMW 7 Series? (Campaign #16V173000)
The air bag control module in your BMW is a computer that helps decide when to inflate your front air bags in a crash. In some 2016 models, this module can malfunction due to tiny particles left behind during manufacturing. If this happens, your front air bags might not deploy in a crash, which could put you and your passengers at risk of serious injury. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty air bag control module with a new one, at no cost to you. Schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible to ensure your safety on the road. This timing describes the original 2016 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
