NHTSA recall 24V-870 (24V870000)

air bags recall reported November 19, 2024 - about 3 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 24V870000
Also written as: 24V-870
Reported: November 19, 2024
Vehicles affected: ~3
Component: air bags

What is being recalled

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 530i and 540i xDrive vehicles. The air bag control unit may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in the air bags not deploying as intended.

Why it is dangerous

Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

Dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The vehicles have not been sold from dealer inventory and therefore no owner letters will be mailed. 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 24V-870 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

BMW 530I - 2025

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