Defect Description For Recall
BMW Of North America, Llc (BMW) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2016 740Li, 750Li, And 750Lxi Vehicles Manufactured July 1, 2015, To December 11, 2015. The Affected Vehicles Have An Air Bag Control Module That May Randomly Reset Due To An Electrical Short Circuit As A Result Of Residual Metallic Particles From The Manufacturing Process.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
740LI
Year
2016
Recall Campaign Number
16V173000
Component Description
Air BAGS:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
Effect Of Defect
In The Event Of A Crash While The Air Bag Module Is Resetting, The Air BAGS May Not Deploy, Increasing The Risk Of Occupant Injury.
Fix Defect
BMW Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Air Bag Control Module, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On July 11, 2016. Owners May Contact BMW Customer Service At 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20150701
End Of Manufacture
20151211
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
6110
Date Owners Notified
20160708
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20160325