BMW · United States · Crit
BMW X6, X5: Air bags — inflator module
Affects BMW X6, X5 · 2007–2012 — about 49K vehicles.
The hazard
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
What to do
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator or air bag module, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed March 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. 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