How many recalls does the 2002 BMW 5 Series have?

The 2002 BMW 5 Series has 3 recalls on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2002 BMW 5 Series?

The most recent recall was issued on May 27, 2015 and relates to the airbag system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 2002 BMW 5 Series?

Yes, there is 1 high-risk recall for the 2002 BMW 5 Series involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 2002 BMW 5 Series affected by any Canadian recalls?

Yes, there are 3 Transport Canada recall(s) for this vehicle.

2002 BMW 5 Series Recalls

2002 BMW 5 Series

2002 BMW 5 Series Recalls

The 2002 BMW 5 Series has 3 recalls, the most serious being a Takata-related airbag inflator that can rupture during deployment and send fragments into the cabin — BMW has issued a do-not-drive advisory for any vehicle not yet repaired.

The front suspension also has a structural concern: on certain vehicles, the strut can separate from its upper mount when the suspension is fully unloaded, which can affect handling and steering control. There is also a tire recall affecting vehicles built with standard (non-sport) suspension and equipped with specific Continental 225/65R16 tires with certain production codes, where a cut in the outer sidewall during mounting may lead to tire failure.

All 3 Recalls

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Transport CanadaCriticalDo Not Drive

May 27, 2015

AIRBAG

At a glance

What can fail

Heat and humidity exposure may degrade the driver-front airbag propellant over time, causing the airbag to deploy with excessive force. A ruptured inflator could send fragments toward occupants or damage the airbag assembly, preventing proper function.

What the fix does

BMW will replace the driver-front airbag module or inflator. Dealers will inspect and replace the component as needed.

30,668 vehicles affected

Transport Canada #2015230 — full official notice →

Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.

Transport CanadaCritical

March 18, 2002

2002 BMW 5 Series

2002 BMW 5 Series Recalls

All 3 Recalls

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