Three problems related to side/window air bag have been reported for the 1998 BMW 528. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While switching on vehicle side air bag on driver's side deployed for no reason; vehicle at dealer shop.
Air bag light came on while driving. This occurred because the rear passenger side airbag sensor module malfunctioned. The part was replaced, but the problem recurred.
Consumer states while traveling 35 mph without any indication resulting in a vehicle crash. Upon impact, side air bags deployed, blowing door panel off, and causing injury to passenger's ribs.
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