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Takata Recall: BMW X5
Named model years, recall numbers and the right course of action for owners of the BMW X5.
Recall campaigns and build periods
Build period of the model (approximation by year, based on manufacturer statements): from 1999. Campaign-wide periods are limited to it; model year is not the first registration.
- 01/2016–12/2017 1 to 6 Series, X1 to X6 – inflator (2016–2017) · KBA 14133R · Campaign-wide period – exact scope via VIN
- 03/2003–06/2018 1 to 6 Series, X1, X3, X5, X6 – only vehicles with a converted steering wheel · KBA 14056R · Campaign-wide period – exact scope via VIN · Condition: vehicles with a converted steering wheel
- 05/2007–12/2016 1 to 6 Series, X3, X5, X6 – only vehicles with a converted steering wheel (2007–2016) · KBA 15775R · Campaign-wide period – exact scope via VIN · Condition: vehicles with a converted steering wheel
- 01/2006–12/2014 X5 and X6 – inflator · KBA 12800 · Campaign-wide period – exact scope via VIN
- 01/2012–12/2015 1 to 6 Series, X1, X3 to X6 – inflator (2012–2015) · KBA 12378 · Campaign-wide period – exact scope via VIN
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Questions about the BMW X5
Is my BMW X5 affected by the Takata recall?
According to our research the BMW X5 is named in the following recall campaigns: 01/2016–12/2017 (KBA 14133R, Campaign-wide period); 03/2003–06/2018 (KBA 14056R, Campaign-wide period, only: vehicles with a converted steering wheel); 05/2007–12/2016 (KBA 15775R, Campaign-wide period, only: vehicles with a converted steering wheel); 01/2006–12/2014 (KBA 12800, Campaign-wide period); 01/2012–12/2015 (KBA 12378, Campaign-wide period). Campaign-wide periods apply to the campaign as a whole; source conflicts and conditions are flagged. Whether your vehicle is actually affected can only be confirmed by a VIN check with the manufacturer.
What happens in the recall of the BMW X5?
The affected airbag or inflator is replaced free of charge at an authorised workshop.
Can I still drive my BMW X5?
Book a workshop appointment soon. If you have received a stop-drive notice, leave the car parked.
More about all BMW recalls and the VIN check.