BMW of North America (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.
BMW of North America – Air Bags may not Deploy due to Residue on Module
| Report Received Date | 03/25/2016 |
| NHTSA ID | 16V173000 |
| Consequence Summary | 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. |
| Corrective Action | 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. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 6110 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V173000) |
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