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Passenger car — recall

Name: Passenger car
Brand: BMW

Automotive · European Union · 2024-12-20

Origin: Germany

BMW passenger car: defective airbag control module may prevent airbag deployment

Country	European Union
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-12-20
Country of origin	Germany
Manufacturer	Bmw
Models affected	5series, i5, iX
Defect	The airbag control module (ACSM) may be defective, potentially preventing the airbags from deploying in the event of an accident. This increases the risk of injury to vehicle occupants. Additionally, the airbag warning light or Check Control message may not activate, leaving the driver unaware of the fault.
Remedy	Recall of the product from end users.
Recall number	SR/03712/24
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	UNECE regulations, EU type-approval · Full guide →

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