X5
Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/1508/18 |
| Brand | Bmw |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Type-approval number: e1*98/14*0153*Type: X53 |
| Published | 12 October 2018 |
Risk Description
The software of the airbag control device has been incorrectly programmed. As a consequence, simultaneously switching off the engine and applying the handbrake may unintentionally activate the frontal airbag.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car. Company recall code 0065110300