2022–2023 BMW X1, IX recall: Air bags: frontal
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V079000
- Reported
- February 14, 2023
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Air bags: frontal
- Vehicles affected
- About 15,803
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60 and 2022-2023 X1 xDrive28i vehicles. The front driver's air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly and may not deploy as intended during a crash.
Safety risk
A driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. 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.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
BMW IX (2022, 2023); BMW X1 (2022, 2023). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. 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.