Bmw has failed on several occasions to address this issue or service vehicle. I have made them aware of the situation but continue to receive letters that indicate I could die of the airbag.
2002 BMW X5 airbags problems
19 complaints (19% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 144,900. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 19
- of this car's complaints
- 19%
- typical mileage
- 144,900
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Side/window1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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BMW X5 airbags problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 BMW X5 airbags
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2002 BMW 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 323Ci, 325Ci, 330Ci, M3, 323iT, 325iT and 325xiT vehicles, 2001-2002 525i, 530i, 540i, M5, 525iT and 540iT vehicles, and 2001-2003 X5 3.0i, X5 4.4i, and X5 4.6is vehicles. These vehicles may have had a driver-side air bag module installed as replacement equipment such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bag, or as a remedy part for a prior recall. These replacement modules contain an air bag inflator that may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to lower absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the vehicle has been remedied. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver side air bag module, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 17V047000 · Recall details
What 2002 BMW X5 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 bmw x5. The contact stated that several warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel at vehicle start-up. The contact attempted to repair the vehicle independently. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v047000 (air bags). The contact spoke with moss motors bmw (1401 surrey st, lafayette, la 70501) where they offered no assistance. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 153,000.
Was driving home and my dash lights started to flash on and off after I shut the car off my and pulled the keys out my left rear tail light stayed on the next morning my battery was dead. So I pulled the battery and charged it now when I connect the battery all my lights flash randomly with no key in it. I have not driven the car for 3 months it is not safe and the nearest bmw servies is 40 miles away . I have a recall for the air bag , but not taking a chance on driving it to get fixed
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 bmw x5. After the vehicle was repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v047000 (air bags), the horn activated on its own. The vehicle was taken five times to bmw of murray (located at 4735 state st, murray, ut 84107, (801) 262-2479) for repairs, but the failure recurred. After the last repair, the steering wheel was not aligned and the cruise control did not function. Also, the volume control button and horn failed to function. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 150,368.
Received a notice from dmv of virginia that the air bag is recalled and needs to be replaced. Upon calling the bmw recall line, they said the recall is new and is dated january 2019. Set up an appointment to have the bag replaced at flow bmw in winston-salem, nc on september 13, 2019, they informed the bag had already been replaced and that no repair was necessary. I checked my records on this vehicle and the air bag has never been replaced. How does this make sense when the recall is dated january 2019 and my vehicle has not been serviced during 2019 by a bmw dealer.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2002 bmw x5. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v015000 (air bags). The manufacturer was contacted to schedule an appointment to have the vehicle repaired and they requested a photograph of the steering wheel. Once the manufacturer received the photograph, they sent an e-mail to the contact stating that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The dealer was not contacted to confirm if the e-mail was received. The manufacturer provided case number: lp48169. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Takata inflator replaces on drivers airbag replaced approximately 2 years ago. Then the passenger airbag light showed defective sensor. Bmw said the would extend warranty 15 years but car is now 17 years old. Had to pay for repair out of pocket. Also had to replace general module for remote opening of and locking doors.
Vehicle fire was parked for a couple of days and owner went to car and notice that the interior of the vehicle had a past tense fire. The airbags were deployed expect for the one on the passenger side door. No exterior damage noted to the vehicle or in the engine compartment. The fire origin was on the passenger side dashboard behind the glove compartment and airbag, please contact sioux city fire rescue for further information.
Takata recall and seat belt buckle, purchased from homeland security auction, had a lot of damage to front section and interior was torn apart by home land security. I saw pictures of it on the internet but they are no longer available
Car can not be inspected because of air bag light stays on.
Questions about the 2002 BMW X5 airbags
Does the 2002 BMW X5 have airbags problems?
Owners have filed 19 complaints about the airbags of the 2002 BMW X5, 19% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2002 BMW X5 airbags problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 144,900 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2002 BMW X5 airbags?
Yes, 1 recall: 17V047000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the BMW X5 have bad airbags?
The BMW X5 model years with the most airbags complaints are 2006 (83 complaints), 2012 (83 complaints) and 2011 (67 complaints).
Other 2002 BMW X5 problems
Engine 28Electrical 16Visibility 14Body 9Lights 8Brakes 6Locks 6Steering 6Transmission 6Seat belts 4Acceleration 2Suspension 2Fuel system 1
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