2003 BMW X5 Sav recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2003 BMW X5 Sav. The most recent was reported on January 14, 2019.

Safety flags1 campaign marked “do not drive”. Check your VIN and follow the notice.

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Recalls at a glance

Date	Campaign	Part	Vehicles
January 14, 2019	19V-015	Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module	157,549

Recall details

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module Do not drive

January 14, 2019 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 19V-015

What is wrong: 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.

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

The fix: 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 BMW X5 Sav have recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2003 BMW X5 Sav, the most recent reported on January 14, 2019. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2003 BMW X5 Sav?

Air bags (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 1 of the 1 campaign listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Should I stop driving my 2003 BMW X5 Sav?

NHTSA marked 1 campaign for this model year as “do not drive”. Open the recalls below, check your VIN and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.