BMW product recalled over possible metal fragments

Recall date

January 14, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

BMW of North America, LLC recalls 2000–2004 BMW — 4 models

Recall number

19V015000

Brand / firm

BMW

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 157,549 units

Why it was recalled

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

What was recalled

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2000-2003 525i Sedan, 530i Sedan, 540i Sedan, 2001-2003 525i Sports Wagon and 540i Sports Wagon vehicles, and 2000-2004 X5 SAV 3.0i, X5 SAV 4.4i, and X5 SAV 4.6is vehicles. This recall affects certain vehicles where the original steering wheel has been replaced with the optional sports steering wheel. The sports steering wheel has a frontal air bag inflator that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

What to do

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the vehicle has been remedied. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle for an optional sports steering wheel with an affected inflator. Dealers will replace the air bag module as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.