Air Bag Problems of BMW X5

BMW X5 owners have reported 651 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 (459 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.


Recently reported Air Bag problems of BMW X5

The Air Bag problem

My daughter was driving my BMW X5, it went to neutral and not moving, she was panicked and stopped the car and ignition. After restarting the car, it worked for a day, then it happened again, also, I see notifications on dashboard for restraint warning, saying, airbag, and seat belt tension are   Read details...

The Air Bag Light On problem

Upon driving the airbag light came on and said it was not recognized seat belt indicator came on also send a photo   Read details...

The Warning Light On problem

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...

The Front Air Bag Sensor Control problem

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 Air Bag Not Deploy problem

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...




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