2026 BMW X5, X5 Plug-IN Hybrid, X6 and more recall: Air bags: critical fasteners
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 25V837000
- Reported
- December 4, 2025
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Air bags: critical fasteners
- Vehicles affected
- About 25
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 X6, X7, X5, and X5 Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The instrument panel may have been manufactured incorrectly and prevent the passenger-side air bag from deploying properly.
Safety risk
An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the instrument panel trim, 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. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 4, 2025.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
BMW X5 (2026); BMW X5 Plug-IN Hybrid (2026); BMW X6 (2026); BMW X7 (2026). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will replace the instrument panel trim, 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. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 4, 2025.
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.