You must not sell a vehicle that is under an active recall. You must check the VIN and other recall information for each second-hand vehicle in your possession in order to find out if the vehicle is under active recall or is subject to a future recall. You can determine the recall status using the Recall Status Tool. Any vehicle with an affected airbag MUST have the airbag replaced before the vehicle is sold.
You must not sell a vehicle that is under an active recall. You must check the VIN and other recall information for each second-hand vehicle in your possession in order to find out if the vehicle is under active recall or is subject to a future recall. You can determine the recall status using the Recall Status Tool. Any vehicle with an affected airbag MUST have the airbag replaced before the vehicle is sold.
You may sell a vehicle that is scheduled for future recall without replacement, but you must ensure that you notify a prospective purchaser of the vehicle, both orally and in writing, prior to the sale of the affected vehicle.
The buyer must be notified that the vehicle has an affected Takata airbag inflator that will require future replacement in accordance with the requirements of the Recall Notice. The nature of this communication will vary depending on whether the vehicle is less or more than six years of age post manufacture. To ensure BMW can contact the new owner when the airbag becomes available, please email a copy of the letter to BMW at recall-shv@bmw.com.au
Salvage - Affected Takata airbags
BMW has engaged Auto Recyclers Association of Australia (ARAA) for its recovery program of affected BMW Takata airbags from auto recyclers, scrap metal dealers and second hand part sellers across Australia.
Under the compulsory recall, it is illegal to sell or supply affected airbags in trade or commerce. Best endeavours must be used to identify affected airbags. For affected airbags found in your possession, auto recyclers and salvage yards can receive compensation for the time removing affected airbags and providing the required documentation for their recovery. Details are available at http://www.takatarecovery.com.
Independent second-hand vehicle dealers, auction houses and suppliers of spare parts must ensure they meet the requirements of the Takata Airbag Recall.
The full details are contained in the Consumer Goods (Motor Vehicles with Affected Takata Airbag Inflators and Specified Spare parts) Recall Notice 2018.
The ACCC has provided guidance documents for the key requirements.
This table gives a general overview of BMW vehicles affected by active and future Takata Airbag Recalls. Please use the VIN tool to confirm if your vehicle is affected.
| MODEL | MODEL YEAR |
| BMW 1 SERIES | 2004 - 2017 |
| BMW 2 SERIES | 2013 - 2017 |
| BMW 3 SERIES | 1998 - 2017 |
| BMW 4 SERIES | 2013 - 2017 |
| BMW 5 SERIES | 1999 - 2003 |
| 2013 - 2017 | |
| BMW 6 SERIES | 2013 - 2017 |
| BMW M2, M3 & M4 | 2014 - 2017 |
| BMW M5 | 2013 - 2017 |
| BMW M6 | 2012 - 2017 |
| MODEL | MODEL YEAR |
| BMW X1 | 2009 - 2016 |
| BMW X3 | 2004 - 2010 |
| 2015 - 2017 | |
| BMW X4 | 2015 - 2017 |
| BMW X5 | 1999 - 2003 |
| 2006 - 2017 | |
| BMW X6 | 2006 - 2017 |
| BMW X5M & X6M | 2014 - 2017 |
A list of VINs that are yet to have the affected airbag/s replaced is available on request. This may be useful for databases, auction software, yard management software or dealer management software. This list is updated monthly. For the latest recall status of a vehicle, please use the Recall Status Tool.
Find and contact your preferred authorised BMW dealer for replacement. Dealer Locator Page
On initiation of a recall which covers your vehicle and/or model, you will be contacted. Please ensure your contact details are up to date.
BMW Australia is working to secure replacement parts for all affected vehicles. Where an airbag has limited worldwide supply, priority will be given based on the age of the vehicle and/or airbag.
The following documents include further information regarding BMW Group Australia’s Takata Airbag Recall.