The safety risk stems from an open recall for defective Takata air bags, which have a high likelihood of failure during a crash.
BMW issued an urgent "Do Not Drive" warning for 90,000 vehicles built between 2000 and 2006, that fall under a recall for defective Takata air bags.
Drivers are urged not to use affected vehicles until a fix is implemented, as the airbags can become dangerous even in minor crashes. The recall affects 3-series models built from 2000-2006, including the E46-generation M3, and 5-series sedans built from 2000-2003, including the E39 M5, as well as X5 SUVs built from 2000-2004.
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