The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe, 2014 5 Series Gran Turismo, 2014 5 Series Sedan, 2015 6 Series Convertible, 2015 6 Series Coupe, 2014 X5, 2013-2014 X3, 2014-2015 3 Series Sedan, 2014 4 Series Coupe, 2014 4 Series Convertible, 2014 3 Series Gran Turismo, and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
The risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.
The fix
The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 24V-527 (24V527000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module |
| Report date | July 11, 2024 |
| Owners notified | September 6, 2024 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,145 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2014 BMW 320i
- 2015 BMW 320i
- 2014 BMW 328d
- 2014 BMW 328i
- 2015 BMW 328i
- 2014 BMW 335i
- 2015 BMW 335i
- 2014 BMW 428i
- 2015 BMW 428i
- 2014 BMW 435i
- 2014 BMW 528i
- 2014 BMW 535d
- 2014 BMW 535i
- 2014 BMW 550i
- 2015 BMW 640i
- 2014 BMW M4
- 2013 BMW X3
- 2014 BMW X3
- 2014 BMW X5
Plus 2 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the air bags
- 2014 BMW 320i airbag problems 5
- 2015 BMW 320i airbag problems 1
- 2014 BMW 328d airbag problems 1
- 2014 BMW 328i airbag problems 15
- 2015 BMW 328i airbag problems 2
- 2014 BMW 335i airbag problems 3
- 2015 BMW 428i airbag problems 7
- 2014 BMW 435i airbag problems 1
- 2014 BMW 528i airbag problems 2
- 2014 BMW 535i airbag problems 1
- 2014 BMW 550i airbag problems 2
- 2013 BMW X3 airbag problems 8
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 24V-527 repair free?
Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,145 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.