Série 5 (E39) - X5 (E53)

Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Série 5 (E39) - X5 (E53)
Alert NumberSR/00581/26
BrandBmw
CategoryMotor vehicles
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginGermany
Model Numbere1*98/14*0028*, e9*98/14*0022*, e1*98/14*0153*, e1*2001/116*0153*
Published27 February 2026

Risk Description

The chemical substances in the inflators of the TAKATA PSDI4 airbags may deteriorate over time, particularly in warm, humid climates. This could cause the airbag to rupture with too much force in the event of an accident, which could lead to serious or even fatal injuries in the worst-case scenario. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Request to stop drivingDate of entry into force: 19/11/2025Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 31/10/2025

Product Description

Passenger car, equipped with Takata airbags.

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