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NHTSARecalled 2015-03-13

BMW of North America, LLC — AIR BAGS

Is my product affected?

2015 BMW X5; 2014 BMW X5

  • Brand BMW

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

BMW of North America is recalling certain 2014 and 2015 BMW X5 models, including the xDrive 35d, xDrive 35i, sDrive 35i, and xDrive 50i Sports Activity Vehicles manufactured between August 2013 and February 2015. The Head Protection System air bags in these vehicles may not be securely connected to the inflator, which could result in insufficient inflation during a crash and increase the risk of injury to occupants.

BMW will notify owners and replace the Head Protection System at no charge through authorized dealers. The recall began on June 24, 2015. Affected consumers should contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to arrange the replacement.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

Without a secure connection to the inflator, the HPS air bags may have insufficient inflation during a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What should I do?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Head Protection System, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Details from the source

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 BMW X5 xDrive 35d Sports Activity Vehicles (SAV) manufactured August 19, 2014, to February 16, 2015, and 2014-2015 BMW X5 xDrive 35i, X5 sDrive 35i, X5 xDrive 50i, Sports Activity Vehicles (SAV) manufactured August 28, 2013, to February 16, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the Head Protection System (HPS) air bag may not be securely connected to the air bag inflator gas generator.

Source

Official record: NHTSA ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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