NHTSA recall 21V-520 (21V520000)

air bags recall reported July 8, 2021 - about 1 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 21V520000
Also written as: 21V-520
Reported: July 8, 2021
Vehicles affected: ~1
Component: air bags

What is being recalled

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2019 X5 xDrive 40i vehicle. The instrument panel may not have been manufactured correctly, which could prevent the passenger side air bag from deploying properly in a crash.

Why it is dangerous

An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

A dealer will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 26, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-520 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

BMW X5 - 2019

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