2017 Bmw 540i | 2017 Bmw 530e | 2018 Bmw 530e | 2017 Bmw 530i — Air bags
Published April 30, 2020 · Recall initiated: April 29, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V243000, published April 30, 2020 and initiated April 29, 2020. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2017 Bmw 540i | 2017 Bmw 530e | 2018 Bmw 530e | 2017 Bmw 530i — Air bags.
What's the hazard
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i and 540i xDrive and 2017-2018 530e xDrive vehicles. Prior exposure to excessive levels of humidity within the driver and passenger head air bag inflators may affect the proper deployment of the head air bags.
What to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left or right head air bag, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- 540I
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2017 BMW 540I | 2017 BMW 530E | 2018 BMW 530E | 2017 BMW 530I
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Bmw 540i | 2017 Bmw 530e | 2018 Bmw 530e | 2017 Bmw 530i — Air bags recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V243000 on April 30, 2020. Reported hazard: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i and 540i xDrive and 2017-2018 530e xDrive vehicles. Prior exposure to excessive levels of humidity within the driver and passenger head air bag inflators may affect the proper deployment of the head air bags.
What should I do if I have this product?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left or right head air bag, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2020. 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: 540I.