RecallNHTSA 24V870000Published

BMW of North America, LLC: air bags: air bag/restraint control module

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.

What to check on the product label

Compare the exact product and every lot, model, serial range or date listed in the official notice. A similar name alone does not establish that your product is included.

Identifiers in this source record

2025 BMW 530IPart: 5B5A0E42025 BMW 540I XDRIVE
Details to have ready

Vehicle: VIN plus the year, make and model. Car seat or equipment: Manufacturer, model and production date from the label. Tire: Brand, tire line, size and DOT tire identification number.

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Why this notice was issued

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

Official action

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.

Follow the specific instructions and use the contact details in the announcement if you need help confirming a match or arranging the remedy.

Read the full official instructions

Product & source details

Product
2025 BMW 530I
Brand or manufacturer
BMW
Source
NHTSA
Notice type
Recall
Source reference
24V870000
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