NHTSA Recall 24V870000: Air bag/restraint control module (air bags)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW 530I.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V870000 |
|---|---|
| Component | AIR BAGS › AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE |
| Report received | November 19, 2024 |
| Owner notification | December 5, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 530i and 540i xDrive vehicles. The air bag control unit may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in the air bags not deploying as intended.
Safety risk
Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The vehicles have not been sold from dealer inventory and therefore no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V870000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.