Air bags: side/window
- Component
- Air bags: side/window
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 1,822
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2019-05-23
- Owners notified
- 2019-07-18
Defect description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 X7 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive50i vehicles. The driver and passenger head air bags may not have been properly aligned with the trim during installation.
Safety risk
The head air bags may be impaired during deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, reinstall the head air bags, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.