Passenger frontal air bag inflator may rupture
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, inc. (bmw) is recalling certain 2017 x5 sdrive35i, x5 xdrive35i, x5 xdrive50i, x5 xdrive35d, and x5 xdrive40e vehicles. these vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag modules using certain air bag inflators that may not vent properly in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag.
Safety Consequence
If the inflator cannot vent properly, the inflator may rupture, resulting in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants and causing serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Bmw has notified owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. the recall began on march 20, 2017. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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FAQ: Recall 17V189000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V189000?
NHTSA recall 17V189000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on March 17, 2017. It addresses: Passenger frontal air bag inflator may rupture. The recall affects approximately 36 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V189000 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.