BMW X5 owners have reported 654 air bag related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 11 most common air bag problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's air bag (462 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's air bag light on (47 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
On August 4, 2026, my vehicle was involved in a direct frontal collision with a brick wall. I was driving with two minor passengers, one seated in the front passenger seat and one seated in the rear passenger seat. Read details...
Upon driving the airbag light came on and said it was not recognized seat belt indicator came on also send a photo Read details...
Tl the contact owns a 2002 BMW X5. The contact stated that several warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel at vehicle start-up. The contact attempted to repair the vehicle independently. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v047000 (air bags). Read details...
Passenger seat sensor for airbag has failed. Was told not covered under warranty or any recall, estimate of $2,200. Was told that safety system is now compromised for passenger. Read details...
The passenger seat weight occupancy sensor intermittently works. I am concerned if it is not working properly, the airbag may not deploy properly. Also, the seat belt warning light chimes even though the seat is not occupied. Read details...