BMW Recalls 200,000 Vehicles for Airbag Failures
08-13-2008, 01:55 PM
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If I recall, I had the issue about 18 months ago and it was repaired under warranty. I wonder if that means I will still have to go in? 
Let's see if I get a letter......
Let's see if I get a letter......
08-13-2008, 02:44 PM
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Just called the local dealership and they had no idea of the recall. I actuall gave them a link so they could read more about it.
08-13-2008, 03:14 PM
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My Ride: 04 545i silver grey, 6spd, comfort seats, L7, sport, cold weather, rear heated seats
Isn't this the same message that many of us received on our I-drive indicating a Passenger Restraint Fault in which the dealer replaced this particular mat.
08-13-2008, 04:10 PM
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Glad I have a 2007. That blows, but then again, who cares about your passenger. 
08-13-2008, 05:48 PM
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yeah thanks for the info, i called the 800 number and they told me since i was out of warranty I'd have to wait for a letter. maybe when i turn it in to get fixed they can fix the headlight eyebrow issue i also have for free 
08-13-2008, 06:02 PM
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Originally Posted by sirch' post='646096' date='Aug 14 2008, 06:44 AM
Just called the local dealership and they had no idea of the recall. I actuall gave them a link so they could read more about it.
08-14-2008, 10:55 AM
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My Ride: 2004 530i, Silver Gray, Premium Pkg, Cold Weather package, Black Leather seats with lumbar support, Poplar wood finish.
Mods: M6 19" wheels with 245/35/19 Front Tires 275/30/19 Rear Tires, K&N Filter, H&R Sway bars, Magnaflow Muffler, Sprint Booster, Black front grill, M-tech front bumper, Debadged
I just called BMW NA to confirm that they had the right address for me, etc. and they said that the Recall vehicles will be finalized by end of Sept. and letter will be sent out.
I have had the Passenger Restraint system error in my iDrive for a couple of months and have an appointment with the SA to get it fixed in early Sept. But now I am going to wait till I get more details about the recall and if I can get it fixed for free (I am out of warranty)! BMW also said that if I did get it fixed before I got the letter and it turned out that my car was under recall, then they would reimburse the cost.
Another note: BMW did say that it is for the 5 series 'Model' year 04-06 and not to be confused with the 'production year" (mine is production 09/03).
I have had the Passenger Restraint system error in my iDrive for a couple of months and have an appointment with the SA to get it fixed in early Sept. But now I am going to wait till I get more details about the recall and if I can get it fixed for free (I am out of warranty)! BMW also said that if I did get it fixed before I got the letter and it turned out that my car was under recall, then they would reimburse the cost.
Another note: BMW did say that it is for the 5 series 'Model' year 04-06 and not to be confused with the 'production year" (mine is production 09/03).