22 problems related to air bag light on have been reported for the 2006 BMW X5. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
I am the original owner of a 2006 BMW X5, VIN: 5uxfa13506ly39768. In the early years of ownership the passenger seat occupancy detection mat was faulty and was replaced. This August the airbag light on the instrument display wenr on again and as a result my vehicle failed the massachusetts state inspection safety inspection. In September of this year I brought my X5 to BMW to have BMW review the airbag issue . The technicians at BMW diagnosed the problem as a failing passenger seat occupancy mat. The total cost to me for replacement of the failed passenger seat occupancy mat was $1,460. 89 + MA sales tax of $39. 15. I recently found that on 11/18/2013 BMW issued a recall relating the front passenger seat occupant detection mat. The recall campaign for the X5 passenger seat occupancy detection mat is identified as #13v564000 I never received notification of this safety recall in January of 2014. I called BMW this morning to explain my issue and they advised that the NHTSA did not include the VIN of my vehicle in the recall and therefore they would not reimburse me. My response was that perhaps the replacement passenger seat occupancy mat that failed many years ago that BMW installed as a replacement when my vehicle was under warranty was in fact a part that would have been included in the recent recall. They told me that I had a very good point, and that may be the case, but I would have to write to NHTSA to request that my vehicle be included in the recall, otherwise they would not reimburse me. Since the passenger side occupancy mat has failed twice in this vehicle it is quite obvious to me that there is an issue with this part in my vehicle. It is an integral part of the safety system of my vehicle and with this e-mail request the consideration and assistance of NHTSA in connection with this matter.
The contact owns a 2006 BMW X5. The contact stated that the air bag light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the mat sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number 13v564000 (air bags). The failure mileage was 67,203.
Both of the air bag problem indicator lights are activated. This is a result of a faulty air bag occupant detection mat. This faulty mat deactivates the passenger side airbag. There have been recalls issued by BMW for this issue for my model and other models. When I called the dealership they informed me that my vihicle will not be covered based on my VIN number.
The contact owns a 2006 BMW X5. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 13v564000 (air bags). The failure mileage was 59,766.
Tl- the contact owns a 2006 BMW X5. The contact stated that the air bag light continuously stayed illuminated informing him the air bag for the passengers side was not activated. The vehicle was taken to a independent mechanic and the technician diagnosed the air bag sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacture was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 68,000 and the current mileage was 72,000. Sr.
The contact owns a 2006 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving various speeds, the air bag warning indicator illuminated continuously. There was a recall related to the failure under NHTSA campaign id number 13v564000 (air bags) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
Passenger seat occupancy airbag light shows airbag is inactivate (whether or not someone is in the passenger seat). This light appears intermittently. Took to dealer and was advised the repair is $1200. Although my model should be covered in the 2008 recall, NHTSA 08v384000 - ??BMW is extending the warranty to 10 years from first registration without any mileage limit to the following vehicles: my 2006 6-series, 3-series (standard seat), my 2004-2005 z4, my 2004-2006 7-series, my 2006 X5, and my 2004-2006 5-series (comfort seat). Under the extended warranty program, the occupant detection mat in a vehicle that experiences this specific issue will be replaced at no charge to the customer, although my car is listed above, the dealer says that my 2006 X5 was manufactured outside the current manufacture date for the 2008 recall. This recall need to be expanded. There are numerous complaints from 2006 X5 owners outside the November 2005 manufacture date.
Passenger seat occupancy airbag light near sunroof controls remains unilluminated (which means airbag is activated) when no one is in the passenger seat. This appears to be intermitent as yesterday it remained illuminated (airbag off) as it should be with no one in the passenger seat. Also had case where red airbag light was illuminated on dash for unknown reason but light went off after driving for a period of time. My X5 was manufactured in may 2006 and appears to be outside the current manufacture date for the 2008 re-call. The recall needs to be expanded based on how many people complain about this on vehicles outside the November 05 manufacture date.
Tl-the contact owns a 2006 BMW X5. The contact stated that the passenger air bag light continuously illuminated on the instrument panel. This failure has continued to occur over a period of one year. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, however no diagnostic test was done. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 13v564000 (airbags). The VIN was not included and the vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 121,000. Rg.
Production date 03/2006 front passenger seat occupant detection mat malfunction. Vehicle was brought to independent shop for code reading to verify that 'airbag light off' illuminated was triggered from seat sensor. Light stays illuminated (indicating airbag is off) with adult occupant on passenger seat,approximately less than 1,000-miles after, driver dash airbag light illuminated permanently also. Vehicle was purchased as a cpo. Airbag/seat sensor code began after cpo warranty expired. During the period of my ownership, vehicle was never involved in any collisions. Vehicle was last brought in for brake and oil service at BMW dealership. Some research seem to indicate a recall regarding very similar situation (NHTSA campaign # 08v384000) was available for certain model BMW. Summary of the campaign letter does not include 2006 X5, however, extra notes does state that it includes "my 2006 X5. " both BMW dealership and BMW of na were not able to find any recall associated with my VIN. There were made aware of the letter and were firm that vehicle was not part of the recall and repair/replacement cost at owner's expense.
Recall listed for seat sensor mat for several model year BMW. I have a 2006 BMW X5 and the air bag light comes on intermittently(more on than off actually. I have read the recall notice for seat mat failure, however my VIN is not listed. I have read several similar complaints on your site from other BMW owners saying there VIN was not included either. How many complaints have to be filed before the recall is expanded? is the recall by seat sensor model? since my 2006 BMW X5 is not listed( others are), was a different seat sensor used in mine? where can I find information on the seat sensor used in my model?.
The contact owns a 2006 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the air bag light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the front passenger seat occupancy detector mat needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 45,000.
Tl- the contact owns a 2006 BMW X5. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the air bag light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was found that the air bag sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in the manufacturer¿s recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 93,000. Mah.
The airbag indicator on dash came on initially and then after about a month the overhead console "passenger air bag off" light came on. Both lights came on ever since and 2 attempts were made to clear code by professional and seems to be the problem with the passenger sensor mat being faulty. My vehicle was equipped with a sport seats from manufacturer and estimated cost was from $800-$1200 for that sensor. I have received a letter for this recall showing my VIN as an affected vehicle in 12/2013, however, it's now 6/2014 and still no feedback from NHTSA or BMW na.
The contact owns a 2006 BMW X5. The contact stated that the air bag light illuminated upon starting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the front passenger seat sensor was replaced. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 81,963.
The front passenger air bag sensor went on at 44k and remains illuminated at all times and for no apparent reason. I took the vehicle to an independent repair shop and was informed that the air bag sensor was defective. Called the BMW site who indicated that there were no recalls for this issue. Contacted NHTSA website and informed that recall was in place (ea08001 BMW of north America, llc 01/04/2008 12/31/2008 BMW airbag light illumination 08v384000) dealer stated they would not honor this due to the manufacture date of my vehicle which fits every other criteria (e. G. , year, make and model. ) not the BMW I am used to.
The passenger air bag light is on all the time. I took it into my BMW dealership and they said the sensor mat in the seat faulted and needs to be replaced. They originally said it was covered under a warranty extension for this specific problem. Later they said my vehicle was made too late to be included in the voluntary warranty extension. If this is the same problem that keeps occurring in Bmws and obviously affects the safety of the vehicle and is the subject of a NHTSA investigation, why is my vehicle not covered. It would appear BMW did not fix its problems with its passenger airbag system. Why isn't the NHTSA still investigating this problem.
The contact owns a 2006 BMW X5. The contact stated that the air bag light would continuously illuminate with or without a passenger in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the air bag sensor was faulty and needed to be replaced. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The manufacture was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 58,000 and the current mileage was 86,000.
I noticed that the airbag light was on, I called BMW and they scheduled me for a appointment the following week. On the day of the appointment the vehicle was diagnosed and showed that the front seat mat was faulty. I paid $1400 to have it fixed. Five months since the vehicle was serviced by the dealer, the airbag light was on again which means the airbag won't deploy when it's needed.
Since 2010, my BMW X5, 3. 0, 2006 seat belt continually sounds the alarm chime even though there is no passenger in the seat. This issue only happens in the passenger front seat. The seat belt must remain fastened at all times to avoid the warning indicator from alarm.
Just purchased the certified pre owned BMW X5. 2006 model and had it 1 day and the passenger side airbag light came on and would not go off. Returned car to BMW of dallas to have repaired. Approximately 40000 miles later at 68000 miles same light is on and will not go out.
The contact owns a 2006 BMW X5. While driving approximately 60 mph on normal road conditions, the passenger seat occupancy sensor and air bag warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The indicators remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. In addition, the seat belt system chime sensor was inoperative. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing and the technician stated that the failure was contributed to the passenger seat sensor. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer has been notified of the malfunctions. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 66,000 and current mileage was 67,000.