Table 1 shows seven common air bag related problems of the 2006 BMW 5 Series. The number one most common problem is related to the front air bag sensor control (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the warning light on (eight problems).
The passenger seat airbag malfunctioned casing the seat to have to be removed and sensor replaced. There was a recall on this but my car, and 2 of my friends cars were not included on the recall, my friends were charged by the dealership. Read details...
My passenger air bag warning light came on about a month ago for apparent reason and stay on ever since. I contacted the local BMW dealer and was told my VIN was not on the recall list. I was very disappointed and dont understand why some cars were on the recall and some were not. Read details...
Front passenger seat occupancy detection mat had to be replaced as it was defective. Though not in previous recalls in similar Bmws and similar years, the error presented a safety issue that would disable the front passenger air bags and increase the risk of injury during a crash. Read details...