Airbags: problems reported by owners
10 owners in the United States reported problems with the airbags of this car to NHTSA (model years 2000–2003), typically at around 80,000 miles. Reported consequences: 1 injury.
BMW M5 (E39)
1998–2003 · 1 documented defects · 2 markets
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This file gathers the known defects of the BMW M5 (E39), written and sourced by the community. Anyone can read; a free account lets you contribute. A defect earns the seal once enough reputable contributors have validated it.
Owners often report problems with airbags on this car (10 complaints), but no one has explained the cause yet. Do you know it?Write it up
Most serious reported defects
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The driver's airbag gas generator may malfunction if it has been exposed to high absolute humidity and high temperature fluctuations over the years
Motor vehicles - bodywork (occupant protective equipment)
Due to ageing effects in the driver's airbag gas generator, excessive pressure may occur when activated.
Motor vehicles - bodywork (occupant protective equipment)
Due to a defect in the driver's airbag gas generator, it can go off uncontrollably in the event of a collision. Metal parts can be released and shot towards the occupants.
Latest service bulletins
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Information regarding replacement tires. **mr
Bulletin
Information and procedures on the garage door opener. *yc
Sources: NHTSA (United States, public domain), Transport Canada (Open Government Licence – Canada), DVSA (United Kingdom, Open Government Licence v3.0), RappelConso and EU Safety Gate (France, Licence Ouverte 2.0).