BMW 7 Series: If The Head Air Bag Is Deployed The Ignitor May Separate From The Inflator

Recall Summary BMW is recalling 644 vehicles (certain 7 Series, 5 Series, and Mini Countryman models) because the curtain airbags may contain propellant with moisture levels above specification. If these airbags deploy in a collision, they may not function properly, increasing injury risk. BMW will replace the affected airbags.

Recalling firm

BMW

Product

Vehicles: BMW 7 SERIES, BMW 5 SERIES, BMW MINI COUNTRYMAN. Units affected: 644

Reason

Curtain airbags may have propellant which may have a humidity level higher than specification and in the event of a collision may not deploy correctly increasing the risk of injury. Remedy: Replace the airbags on affected vehicles.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2020-05-18

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/405c2181-e307-4adb-8252-e869097b2ea1