2004 BMW 530I air bags problems
49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the air bags on the 2004 BMW 530I — 38% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The vehicle airbag system is malfunctioning. There were recalls related to the bmw but my vehicle doesn't appear to be included in this recall when I search by vin number. I contacted the dealer and they said my vehicle isn't covered. The airbag light and restraint light is on and my head unit says…”
filed Dec 28, 2016
“Restrain system error message in my radio screen also air bag light came on, this message came on sudendly for no reason, car never envolved in a accident,”
filed Jan 5, 2016
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Air Bags problems in other 530I years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 530I | 13 | 52% |
| 2007 530I | 20 | 27% |
| 2006 530I | 32 | 38% |
| 2005 530I | 37 | 64% |
| 2003 530I | 17 | 37% |
| 2002 530I | 8 | 28% |
| 2001 530I | 4 | 16% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2004 BMW 530I
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.