BMW please note that the 5-series and X5 vehicles are only included if they are equipped with the optional sports steering wheel.
The short version
BMW of North America, LLC reported a problem with the driver side inflator module. Here is what owners need to know.
Please note that the 5-series and X5 vehicles are only included if they are equipped with the optional sports steering wheel. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 15V-318.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2002–2006 | BMW 325Ci |
| 2002–2005 | BMW 325i |
| 2002–2005 | BMW 325xi |
| 2002–2006 | BMW 330Ci |
| 2002–2005 | BMW 330i |
| 2002–2005 | BMW 330xi |
| 2002–2003 | BMW 525i |
| 2002–2003 | BMW 530i |
| 2002–2003 | BMW 540i |
| 2002–2006 | BMW M3 |
| 2002–2003 | BMW M5 |
| 2003 | BMW X5 |
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