2011 Bmw 535i | 2011 Bmw 550i | 2011 Bmw 528i — Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
Published November 17, 2016 · Recall initiated: November 17, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V832000, published November 17, 2016. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2011 Bmw 535i | 2011 Bmw 550i | 2011 Bmw 528i — Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive.
What's the hazard
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011 BMW 528i, 528xi, 535i, 535xi, 550i and 550xi vehicles manufactured March 1, 2010, through August 31, 2011. The affected vehicles may have received a replacement Sensor Cluster Unit (SCU) during a service visit. These SCUs have an acceleration sensor that may have been incorrectly programmed and, as a result, the SCU may not accurately determine if activation and deployment of the air bags, safety belt pre-tensioners and head restraints is necessary in the event of a crash.
What to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the SCU, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- 535I
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2011 BMW 535I | 2011 BMW 550I | 2011 BMW 528I
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2011 Bmw 535i | 2011 Bmw 550i | 2011 Bmw 528i — Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V832000 on November 17, 2016. Reported hazard: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011 BMW 528i, 528xi, 535i, 535xi, 550i and 550xi vehicles manufactured March 1, 2010, through August 31, 2011. The affected vehicles may have received a replacement Sensor Cluster Unit (SCU) during a service visit. These SCUs have an acceleration sensor that may have been incorrectly programmed and, as a result, the SCU may not accurately determine if activation and deployment of the air bags, safety belt pre-tensioners and head restraints is necessary in the event of a crash.
What should I do if I have this product?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the SCU, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BMW. Model: 535I.