Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V247000 Reported May 24, 2004

Bmw/air bag system processors

Bmw Of North America, Llc · N/A · 51 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
04V247000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
51
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 24, 2004

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, incompatible electronic air bag system processors may have been installed.

Safety Consequence

In the event of a crash, air bag deployment may not occur, increasing the risk of injuries to the driver and/or front passenger.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the air bag system processors. the recall began june 11, 2004. owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 04V247000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 04V247000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 04V247000?

NHTSA recall 04V247000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on May 24, 2004. It addresses: Bmw/air bag system processors. The recall affects approximately 51 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V247000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.