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27/08/2008 08:23. A defect in BMW's X3 and X5 front-passenger-seat sensor, which may not lead to the airbag's deployment in the event of a collision, has led to a manufacturer recall. The model years affected for the X3 are the 2004-2006 years, and the 2006 model year for the X5 is affected. The X3 has been recalled; however, the X5 is still under investigation to determine whether a recall is necessary. The current recall involves more than 200,000 BMW vehicles.

The defect originates in the passenger-seat detection mat, which detects weight... // TruckTrend Magazine