[Recalled] X5 - X6 — The propellant in the driver airbag can deteriorate due to high humidity and te… | EU Safety Gate 2023-08-25
The product on this page is subject to an official recall. We summarise the regulator's findings and the recommended action.
Recall details
| Product | X5 - X6 |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Bmw |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Issuing authority | RAPEX |
| Reference | A12/01883/23 |
| Country of notice | France |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Injuries |
| Notice date | 25 August 2023 |
Why it was recalled
According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: The propellant in the driver airbag can deteriorate due to high humidity and temperature variations. In the event of an accident in which the airbag deploys, this could result in fragments from the inflator casing coming loose and injuring the vehicle’s occupants. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
This Serious risk recall concerns Motor vehicles products distributed in France and was recorded by RAPEX. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
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