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2006 BMW 530XI airbags problems

48 complaints (53% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 95,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
48
of this car's complaints
53%
typical mileage
95,000
crashes
1
recalls
2

Which part fails

  • Sensor: occupant classification: front passenger
    2
  • Sensor: occupant classification
    2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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BMW 530XI airbags problems in other years

20062007

Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 BMW 530XI airbags

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Airbag light 19

Related recalls

Air bags: sensor: occupant classificationReported July 6, 2017 · 2,158 vehicles affected
What is wrong
BMW of North America, Inc. (BMW) is recalling certain 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, and 550i vehicles equipped with the Sport Seat option and certain 2006 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i vehicles with standard seats. The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if, and how, the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure.
Risk
Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 1, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 17V428000 · Recall details

Air bags: sensor: occupant classificationReported November 12, 2013 · 76,565 vehicles affected
What is wrong
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year 2006-2007 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i sedans and 530xi sports wagons, model year 2006 760i sedans, model year 2006-2007 750i, 750Li, and 760Li sedans, and model year 2006 X5 sports activity vehicles, equipped with certain seat types. The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if and how the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure.
Risk
Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, free of charge. Additionally, owners of model year 2006-2007 3 Series with standard seats, 5 Series with comfort seats, and Z4 models, will receive an extended warranty on their front passenger seat occupant detection mat. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1‑800‑525‑7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

Recall number 13V564000 · Recall details

What 2006 BMW 530XI owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 6, 2023 · Airbags · 224,500 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2006 BMW 530XI. The contact stated that the passenger’s side air bag warning light had remained illuminated for a month. The contact stated that two years ago he had a recall completed on the passenger’s side air bag. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 224,500.

Filed Jan 9, 2020 · Airbags, Seat belts · 56,000 miles · NY

Fault in passenger-restraint system affecting airbag, belt tensioner or belt-force limiter

Filed Jun 16, 2019 · Airbags, Seat belts · NJ

Got SRS light asked the dealer to check it they told me that I have to change the dsc and it cost 5300.00 because it is not responding to the air bag ?? The car have only 51000.00 miles??

Filed Dec 12, 2018 · Airbags · NY

My 2006 bmw has an airbag light on I brought it to a dealership and they said it's the passenger side occupancy mat in the seat I received an email for a recall my year make and model but when I called they said that I'm not part of that recall I would like to get further explanation of why other year make and model the same as mine is under warranty and I'm having that problem and it will not be compensated for if I have my son in the passenger seat in the airbag does not go off and he dies his bmw responsible for that

Filed Nov 12, 2018 · Airbags, Seat belts · 130,000 miles · CT

My computer is showing : passenger restraint system failure. I called the bmw recall system and I was told that my car is not covered, however, I found bmw recall of the passenger restraint system for e60 (my model car) can you help and contact the bmw recall center. They need to expand their recall. It is unsafe to drive a car with failed passenger restrained system. I did submit the information regarding current recall in attachment

Filed Jan 7, 2018 · Airbags · IL · crash

I have airbag light and most are recalls on same modem . My car didn’t get a recall

Filed Dec 29, 2017 · Airbags · 150,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 530xi. While the contact was having the battery changed at the local dealer, the front passenger air bag warning indicator illuminated. The local dealer (east bay bmw, 4350 rosewood drive, pleasanton, ca 94588) diagnosed that the front seat occupant detection mat failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v428000 (air bags). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

Filed Dec 20, 2017 · Airbags, Seats · VA

Re: recall 17v-xxx front passenger air bag seat occupancy sensor mat b65 10 17. Last july 2017 my passenger seat airbag/seatbelt warning light was on and cause was faulty passenger seat occupancy detection mat. . It was replaced at the charlottesville bmw dealer on july 18 2017 for $867.05. Yet this 2006 model is specifically the model with the defect and in the recall. My VIN is not showing that I am eligible for a recall, I do not understand this, as obviously it should have been covered, since this is the specific defect for which the recall has been issued, and this is the specific year and mode bmw which has the defect appearing. Please advise.

Filed Nov 20, 2017 · Airbags · 135,000 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 530xi. The contact stated that the passenger air bag seat map occupant indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to schomp bmw (1190 plum valley ln, highlands ranch, co 80129) where it was diagnosed that the passenger air bag seat map occupant light was not working. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 135,000.

Filed Oct 23, 2017 · Airbags · 137,594 miles · NY

Takata recall, I contacted bmw of freeport I had an appointment on june at 9:00 am. When I took the car in for the recall, they indicated that they could not do anything at the time, the car was an old model and they did not have the parts in stock and they would order and get back to me. Your appointment time saturday, june 18 at 9:00am repair services: factory recall campaign note: repair times and costs vary based upon the nature of the repair, parts availability, your warranty status, and other factors. Once your vehicle is in the shop, we will diagnose your problem and contact you as soon as we can to provide details and specific time and cost estimate. Diagnostic and/or repair fees may apply if work to be performed is not covered under warranty. Service agent any advisor services repairs factory recall campaign repair note: refer to si b65 07 14 b61 14 12, battery cable connection 2006 bmw 530xi 137,594 miles bmw of freeport 100 cleveland ave freeport, new york 11520-4053 (516) 868-4554 no one got back to me, I called and left messages and sent and email on the service department to [email protected] on thursday oct 13,2016 at 11:51 am hi, I am following up on this. I came in for service for recall on my 530x1 bmw passenger airbags. Recall 13v564000 you were unable to fix it at the time of service and someone from your office was supposed to contact me when the part was available. It's been months and I haven't heard from any one. Please let me know the status of this. Thanks still to this day have not heard from anyone regarding this recall.

Questions about the 2006 BMW 530XI airbags

Does the 2006 BMW 530XI have airbags problems?

Owners have filed 48 complaints about the airbags of the 2006 BMW 530XI, 53% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2006 BMW 530XI airbags problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 95,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2006 BMW 530XI airbags?

Yes, 2 recalls: 17V428000, 13V564000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the BMW 530XI have bad airbags?

The BMW 530XI model years with the most airbags complaints are 2006 (48 complaints) and 2007 (13 complaints).

Other 2006 BMW 530XI problems

Electrical 19Engine 10Seat belts 9Lights 8Body 7Seats 7Visibility 6Steering 4Suspension 4Transmission 4Driver assistance 3Brakes 2Wheels 2

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