2023–2024 BMW X6, XM, X5 and more recall: Air bags
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V622000
- Reported
- September 7, 2023
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Air bags
- Vehicles affected
- About 2,352
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 BMW XM, 2024 BMW X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M60i, X5 M, X5 xDrive50e, X6 xDrive40i, X6 M60i, X6 M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M60i, and Alpina XB7 vehicles. The front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended.
Safety risk
An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front passenger knee air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact BMW's 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 X5 (2024); BMW X6 (2024); BMW X7 (2024); BMW XM (2023). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will replace the front passenger knee air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact BMW's 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.