BMW recalls certain series vehicles due to airbag and fire hazards
BMW Automotive (Ireland) Limited is recalling several series of BMW vehicles due to various safety hazards. Issues include improperly installed head airbags, damaged cockpit cable harnesses that may cause fires, malfunctioning driver airbag inflators that could burst, and potential unintended steering movements. A total of 9,000 vehicles are affected across different models and production dates.
- Brand
- BMW
- Batch codes
- 18 December 2025 to 08 May 2026, 09 June 2022 to 05 December 2025, 03 November 1998 to 24 August 2006, 23 July 2010 to 30 June 2015, 28 May 2020 to 04 October 2024, 20.06.2023 to 27.11.2025
- What to do
- Affected customers will be contacted by post to make an appointment with their local Authorised Repairer for necessary repairs or replacements.
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BMW Automotive (Ireland) Limited has announced a voluntary recall affecting several series of BMW vehicles due to safety concerns. The recall includes specific models such as the Ix3, 5 series, 7 series, i5, i7, M5, 3 series, M3, 1 series, X1, X3, X4, X5, and others. The issues range from improperly installed head airbags that may not deploy correctly in an accident, to damaged cockpit cable harnesses that could lead to short circuits and fire. Additionally, some vehicles have airbag inflators that may malfunction due to long-term degradation, posing a risk of bursting and causing injury from metal fragments.
The affected vehicles were produced between various dates, with a total of 9,112 vehicles recalled in the Republic of Ireland. For example, the Ix3 vehicles were produced from December 18, 2025, to May 8, 2026, while the 3 series and M3 models were manufactured from November 3, 1998, to August 24, 2006. Other models have production dates ranging from June 9, 2022, to October 4, 2024.
BMW will directly contact all affected customers by post, advising them to schedule an appointment with their local Authorized Repairer for necessary repairs or replacements. Customers who believe their vehicle may be impacted can also reach out to BMW’s customer care for assistance.
From the official notice
BMW Recall campaign next steps BMW Automotive (Ireland) Limited will directly contact all affected customers by post advising them to make an appointment with their local Authorised Repairer where any necessary repairs/replacements of parts will be carried out. If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, then you can contact BMW’s customer care on 0…
Frequently asked questions
Is BMW being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. BMW Automotive (Ireland) Limited is recalling several series of BMW vehicles due to various safety hazards. Issues include improperly installed head airbags, damaged cockpit cable harnesses that may cause fires, malfunctioning driver airbag inflators that could burst, and potential unintended steering movements. A total of 9,000 vehicles are affected across different models and production dates.
Why is BMW being recalled?
The recall relates to a fire / burn hazard. BMW Automotive (Ireland) Limited is recalling several series of BMW vehicles due to various safety hazards. Issues include improperly installed head airbags, damaged cockpit cable harnesses that may cause fires, malfunctioning driver airbag inflators that could burst, and potential unintended steering movements. A total of 9,000 vehicles are affected across different models and production dates.
What should I do if I have this product?
Affected customers will be contacted by post to make an appointment with their local Authorised Repairer for necessary repairs or replacements.
Which batches of BMW are affected?
The affected batch codes are: 18 December 2025 to 08 May 2026, 09 June 2022 to 05 December 2025, 03 November 1998 to 24 August 2006, 23 July 2010 to 30 June 2015, 28 May 2020 to 04 October 2024, 20.06.2023 to 27.11.2025.
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