BMW X7 head airbags may be misaligned, weakening protection
high How serious is it? About this label
The risk appears only in a crash, and the notice puts no limit on driving, so keep driving but book the free inspection.
What's wrong, in plain English
On some 2019 BMW X7 xDrive40i and xDrive50i models, the head airbags for the driver and front passenger may not have been lined up correctly with the interior trim when they were installed. These airbags are the ones that come down along the side windows in a crash. If one sits out of position, it may not inflate the way it is designed to, so it could protect you less and injuries could be worse. Dealers refit them free.
What you should do
1. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for campaign 19V386000.
2. Contact your BMW dealer, or BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417, to schedule the inspection.
3. Have the head airbags checked and reinstalled if needed — there is no charge to you.
2. Contact your BMW dealer, or BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417, to schedule the inspection.
3. Have the head airbags checked and reinstalled if needed — there is no charge to you.
Affected vehicles (1)
Who to contact
BMW — official BMW recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-525-7417
The bigger picture
- Why so many BMW airbag recalls, and is yours affected? · all 14 BMW recalls in this area
Official notice
- Component
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
- Summary
- 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.
- 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.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.