Disabled front passenger air bags
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2023 760i xdrive and i7 xdrive60 vehicles equipped with the executive lounge seating package. in certain seat monitoring conditions, the front passenger seat electronic control unit (ecu) software may not recognize the seat position, and disable the front passenger air bag, knee air bag, and active headrest.
Safety Consequence
A disabled front passenger air bag, knee air bag, or active headrest will not deploy as intended in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will reprogram the front passenger seat electronic control unit software, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed march 10, 2023. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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FAQ: Recall 23V050000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23V050000?
NHTSA recall 23V050000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on February 3, 2023. It addresses: Disabled front passenger air bags. The recall affects approximately 397 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 23V050000 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.