The 2006 BMW 525xi has two recalls, the more serious being a PCV valve heater that can short circuit, melt surrounding components, and start a fire even when the car is parked and turned off.
The second recall affects the passenger seat sensor, which determines whether the front passenger airbag should deploy. On vehicles with Sport Seats or standard seats, this sensor can fail and cause the front passenger airbag to stay deactivated in a crash, leaving the occupant without that protection.
At a glance
What can fail
The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation valve may short circuit, potentially causing it to malfunction.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the PCV valve heater at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger seat sensor mat that controls air bag deployment can develop cracks from wear, potentially causing the air bag system to fail in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will repair or replace the occupant detection mat at no cost to prevent cracking and restore proper air bag function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
