BMW I8, X1 Sav +12 more: Air bags

Affects BMW I8, X1 Sav, 550I, M5, 535D, 528I, 535I, 640I, 650I, M6, 430I, 440I, M4, I3 · 2016–2017 — about 4K vehicles.

The hazard

If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational