BMW · Canada · High
BMW 5 Series, Z4 +5 more: Seats and Restraints
Affects BMW 5 Series, Z4, X3, 7 Series, 6 Series, X5, 3 Series · 2004–2006 — about 8K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat can fatigue during field usage depending on the seat configuration, vehicle geometry, manner and frequency of front passenger entry/exit. Over time micro cracks could develop in the side flanks of the mat, which could lead to a break of the conductive path and the system will recognize a failure and with exception of head protection system the front passenger air bag will be deactivated. The airbag On/Off lamp will be illuminated to make the occupants aware of the deactivation. Correction: The occupant detection mat will be granted a warranty extension of 10 years.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.