There is a faulty restraint malfunction on the front passenger side seat. Regardless of whether or not a passenger is in the seat at all the airbag sign indicates that it is off. I am aware that this is a common problem and a malfunction in other bmw 5 series and the dealer ships that I've went to refuse to acknowledge this even though bmw headquarters released a recall for some a couple of years ago.
2004 BMW 525I airbags complaints
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The seat belt and airbag warning light are on in car, based on my research, I've found that this is manufacture fault, when I called bmw dealer they told me that my car is not covered under the recall campaign for the same manufacture fault. I think bmw manufacturer is at libel at present, let's just hope nothing happened to myself and family while operating this vehicle. I want bmw to add my car to the recall campaign because this is a safety issue.
Obd warning , fault with passenger side restraint , passenger side air bag is off , possible problem with belt tensioner.
The restraint light came on in my car and for some unknown reason the light will not reset. I know for a fact the dealership replaced the passenger side seat cover or something while under warranty, but this started around 2010 or 2011 not sure. But just a few days ago I was told it may be under a recall status as well because the passenger seat was serviced. And the light says *passenger restraint system fault in passenger restraint system affecting airbag,belt tensioner, or belt force limiter. Continue to wear safety belt. But my wife and I are both concerned with this problem so is this a recall and when can it be fixed, I plan on keeping this car but really do need the bmw company to step up to the plate and back their product as one of the best, thanking you in advance. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Pass. Restraint system fault in passenger restraint system affecting airbag, belt tensioner, or belt-force limiter. Continue to wear safety belt.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 bmw 525i. The contact stated that while entering the vehicle, the passenger restraint system malfunction light illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.
The passenger side air bag warning light is on and will not turn off. I have called the bmw dealership and they stated that they would have to run a diagnostics test which will cost over $100 just to find out what is wrong with it. They stated that my VIN number was one of the cars that was fixed in a previous recall for the same issue. I told them I do not have the money to pay to see what is wrong it. What if the passenger airbag fails and someone is actually injured do to this issue. The warning notification on the dash has been on for two years. The car currently has 80,000. I don't understand why the same issue happens for a previous recall and they cannot take ownership of the recall. Very disappointed. The car has a very high price tag and you would expect some sort of ownership and honesty from the bmw corporation.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 bmw 525i. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, an error message appeared on the instrument panel for the front passenger side air bag. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where they advised that the front passenger seat mat sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 08v384000 (air bags:frontal). The failure and current mileages were approximately 89,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 bmw 525i. The contact stated that the passenger side air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who referred the contact to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 08v384000 (air bags frontal) the vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000 and the approximate current mileage was 91,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 bmw 525i. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, two warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel, indicating that the passenger air bags failed. The dealer and manufacturer were both notified of the failure. The contact was notified of the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 08v384000 (air bags:frontal), however was informed that the VIN was not included. The failure and current mileages were 105,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 bmw 525. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, a warning light illuminated on the instrument panel and indicated that the front passenger air bag was not functioning. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the seat mat needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 08v384000 (air bags:frontal). The failure mileage was 71,000.
Passenger restraint system, right high beam malfunction. Bmw dealership denies any responsibility while I referred them to the safety recall. They state that our bmw doesn't have any open items. How do I know that all the 2004 525's were input into the bmw database properly? I can't pay for this $1600 warranty when a safety recall was issued in 2008 (while my car was under an bmw extended warranty.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 bmw 525i. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was told that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number: 08v384000 (air bag: frontal). The failure mileage and the current mileage was 100,000. Updated 11/22/11*lj updated 02/03/12
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 bmw 525i. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the contact was informed that the air bag sensor mat was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact called the manufacturer and they offered no assistance. The current mileage was approximately 97,000 and the failure mileage was approximately 96,000.
Consumer is the owner of a 1997 328i and a 2004 525i bmw. Consumer writes in regards to airbag system failure message in vehicle and seat sensor mat. Consumer expressed discontent concerning payment for repairs *tgw while exiting the front passenger seat, the air bag warning light illuminated and a message passenger airbag system failure appeared as on several other occasions. After several weeks, the warning light and message remained illuminated. While doing some research , the consumer discovered a recall identifying the front passenger seat sensor mats in bmw model years 2004-2006. It also stated bmw extending the warranty to 10 years without any mileage limit to several models including the consumers 2004 model. The consumer made an appointment at the dealer. The next the day, the consumer was informed that the sensor mat in the vehicle was already an updated seat mat and therefore, he did not qualify for the extended warranty extension and the cost would be $1,242.78. The consumer believed the updated sensor mat was just as faulty as the non-updated mat and failed after 6 years under normal usage.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 bmw 525i. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the contact noticed that the passenger restraint system warning light illuminated on the instrument panel although there was no passenger seated. The failure was similar to recall 08v384000 (air bags: frontal). The dealer was notified who stated that she would be responsible for repair costs. The contact notified the manufacturer who informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall and offered her a 50% percent discount towards repairs. The current mileage was 63,805 and the failure mileage was 62,000.
2004 bmw 525i airbag light was on*cw the consumer stated 7 to 8 months later, the air bag light had illuminated again. Several days later, the consumer received a recall letter in the mail. The consumer went back to the dealer and they replaced the sensor again and said every thing was ok. The consumer stated the air bag light is on again.
I was driving my car and had a passenger sitting next to me when the airbag light came on. The light has stayed on and will not go away. The message on the screen says that the passenger airbag will not go off in an accident.
Since I have purchased the car in 2005 (with only 14,000) I am having problems with the passenger air bag and seat belt mat sensor of my bmw 2004. I brought it to the dealer for service. It was serviced. Right after the warranty expires with over 50,000 miles, I have the same problem. I went online to the bmw of north america website and there's a recall for car (same model and year as mine) but, they said mine is not included. I went to this bmw forums and I realized I am not the only one suffering this consequences. (go to google and type e60 bmw recall ) some of them recalled having reported this issue to you guys before. This is a safety device that goes inside the passenger seat and senses by weight activate or deactivate the airbags in the event of an accident.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 bmw 525i. The contact noticed that the air bag warning indicator consistently illuminates on the instrument control panel, which indicates that the passenger air bag is inoperative. As a consequence, the front passenger side air bag would not deploy evenly in the event of a serious crash. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 08v384000 (air bags:frontal); therefore, he is not entitled to a free remedy as referenced in the recall. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 67,000. Updated 2/23/09 *cn the consumer stated the dealer fixed the vehicle as a goodwill gesture. Updated 02/25/09.
Airbag and seat belt restraint icons remain on vehicle display when seat belts are engaged/fastened.
1) we purchased the vehicle used, with no problems. While traveling, we got out of the vehicle and when we got in, we noticed that a airbag light and seatbelt light were indicated on the instrument panel (red fault lights). Since the vehicle has the bmw I-drive we also noticed the warning that "there is a malfunction in the passenger restraint system, keep seatbelt fastened, and see bmw service center" or very close to this. 2) I assume that since there is this error, the passenger side airbag is disabled by the ECM. Part of the reason for buying the vehicle was for its safety, and the consequences of us not having an airbag available should there be a crash could be catastrophic. We are living in germany supporting the us, and am not sure of the right way to get this issue resolved. 3) I took the car to a bmw dealer who charged me 31.00euro dollars to retrieve the trouble code, and tell me I had a bad passenger side seat airbag sensor mat. I also received a quote for a new one of around 720.00 euro dollars ($1036 us dollars). The car had a one year warranty from the dealer, but I have not yet found out if they will cover this. Since it is a safety issue, I thought that bmw would have to repair this problem at no charge.
Faulty air bag system.*mr the passenger restraint light illuminated on the dash. The consumer contacted the dealer who indicated that the first available appointment wa a month from that date.
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