2025 BMW 530I, 540I Xdrive recall: Air bags: air bag/restraint control module
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 24V870000
- Reported
- November 19, 2024
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Air bags: air bag/restraint control module
- Vehicles affected
- About 3
What is wrong
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.
Safety risk
Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
BMW 530I (2025); BMW 540I Xdrive (2025). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
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.
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.