2016 BMW 750LXI, 740LI, 750LI recall: Air bags: frontal, sensor/control module-inactive
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V173000
- Reported
- March 25, 2016
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Air bags: frontal, sensor/control module-inactive
- Vehicles affected
- About 6,110
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 740Li, 750Li, and 750Lxi vehicles manufactured July 1, 2015, to December 11, 2015. The affected vehicles have an air bag control module that may randomly reset due to an electrical short circuit as a result of residual metallic particles from the manufacturing process.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash while the air bag module is resetting, the air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module, free of charge. The recall began on July 11, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
BMW 740LI (2016); BMW 750LI (2016); BMW 750LXI (2016). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
In the event of a crash while the air bag module is resetting, the air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
What is the fix?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module, free of charge. The recall began on July 11, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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.