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NHTSA 10051912: Airbag warning message

Airbag warning message on BMW E60/E61/F07/F10 models (2009–2012); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10051912 · Jan 2013

What it covers

A service bulletin tells BMW technicians how to diagnose or fix a known issue. It is not a recall: a repair under a bulletin is normally paid by the owner unless the car is still under warranty or a warranty extension applies.

Airbag warning lamp illuminated; shorted wire in front seat harness. BMW models F07, and F10. Model years 2009-2013.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

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Details

Bulletin numberNHTSA 10051912
NHTSA ID10051912
Document IDs filedSB-65-01-13
TypeService bulletin
Date
Models5 Series, 5 Series, 5 Series Gran Turismo, 550I Gran Turismo
Model years2009–2012
ChassisE60, E61, F07, F10
EnginesN20, N52, N54, N55, N57, N62, N63
Component (NHTSA)Electrical System
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel

Model, year and engine coverage comes from NHTSA's records. Not every car in this range is affected; the official document lists the exact production dates and conditions.

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Source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communications (public data). BimmerBench is not affiliated with BMW or NHTSA. The title and description above are our own plain-English summary; the full bulletin is BMW's document, linked above.