At BMW, your safety is our priority. As part of our ongoing quality monitoring, we have identified that a number of vehicles may be affected by one of the Takata airbag recalls, which affects multiple manufacturers worldwide.
What this means for you.
Some BMW vehicles are fitted with airbag inflators produced by Takata that may degrade and become faulty over time. This could affect how the airbag performs if deployed, potentially causing serious injury.
The BMW Group regularly carries out thorough analyses and detailed assessments of how the airbag gas generators of vehicles age over time. These evaluations are conducted by both our BMW experts and independent institutes. Based on these ongoing assessments, the BMW Group has proactively decided on several recalls, giving ample lead time to address any potential concerns. This approach is designed to uphold the highest standards of functional safety of the airbag systems.
We’re taking proactive steps to support you, with clear guidance and a simple repair process if your BMW is affected.
What you need to do.
Some BMW models produced between 1999 and 2018 may be affected by the Takata airbag recall. Check if your model is listed below and enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to confirm your vehicle’s status and see next steps.
Models potentially affected in the UK and Ireland.
BMW 1 Series (E81, E82, E87, E88, F20, F21, F52)
BMW 2 Series (F22, F23, F45, F46)
BMW 3 Series (E46, E90, E91, F30, F32, F34, F35)
BMW 4 Series (F32, F33, F36)
BMW 5 Series (E39, F10, F11, F07)
BMW 6 Series (F12, F13, F06)
BMW X1 (E84, F48, F49)
BMW X3 (E83, F25)
BMW X4 (F26)
BMW X5 (E53, F15)
BMW X6 (F16)
Not all vehicles within these model ranges are affected. Please complete a Takata airbag recall VIN check to confirm your individual vehicle.
What happens next?
If your vehicle is affected, please book a repair with your preferred BMW Service Centre. The work will be carried out free of charge by trained BMW technicians using genuine BMW parts.