BMW · United States · High
BMW Ix: Air bags — software
Affects BMW Ix · 2022–2023 — about 3K vehicles.
The hazard
An air bag malfunction indicator light that fails to warn the driver of a problem increases the risk of injury in a crash.
What to do
Dealers will reprogram the air bag control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 13, 2022. 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