2014 BMW X5 Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2014 BMW X5 has 8 recalls, the most serious being three separate airbag inflator defects where metal fragments can be propelled into the cabin during a crash, and a cracked exhaust gas recirculation cooler that can leak and start an engine fire. The airbag concerns cover both the driver and passenger sides. On the driver's side, the inflator housing can separate during deployment, sending metal fragments toward occupants. A separate recall covers passenger-side inflators that can explode and fragment in a crash. There is also a concern with side-impact airbags on certain trim configurations where the bag may not fully inflate in a crash due to a loose inflator connection. On the engine side, the exhaust gas recirculation cooler can crack internally, leaking coolant and potentially igniting a fire in the engine compartment. Two recalls address the same child door lock problem: the rear door child safety locks can disengage when the interior handle is pulled, allowing the door to be opened from inside while the vehicle is moving. The front driveshaft's universal joint can collect water and debris, wear down, and eventually fail, causing the front wheels to lose drive power and reducing traction.