BMW E70 X5 & E71 X6 - extended recall
Published 28 July 2017
Product
This recall has been extended. Please see https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/bmw-group-australia-ltd-bmw-e70-x5-e71-x6-1 for further information. BMW E70 X5 & BMW E71 X6 Driver's airbag
Why it was recalled
Airbag inflator: As it gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade. If an affected vehicle is involved in a collision triggering the airbag, the metal inflator housing may explode/rupture under too much internal pressure.
Hazard
In the event that a defective airbag inflator ruptures, metal fragments may propel out through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or fatality.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.