2017 BMW 540I Official Safety Recalls
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
1 Recall Recorded
NHTSA: 20V243000
Report Date: April 29, 2020 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i and 540i xDrive and 2017-2018 530e xDrive vehicles. Prior exposure to excessive levels of humidity within the driver and passenger head air bag inflators may affect the proper deployment of the head air bags.
Safety Hazard / Risk:
In the event of a crash of sufficient severity, deployment of the head air bag may be impaired and/or the igniter could separate from the inflator, increasing the risk of injury.
Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left or right head air bag, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
~33 vehicles impacted