[J2045678]

Hey guys, hoping someone has some thoughts here. I have a 2021 X5 40i that had a Driver Restraint System message appear on the dash about a week after I picked it up. Took it in and the dealer replace the drivers seat module and all was well for a few days and now the same message is back on. Have another appointment next week to bring it back in. Anyone having a similar issue?

[jad03060]

Have not had that issue. It sounds like there's a harness issue. The odds of getting two defective modules is low, but anything's possible. Every once in awhile, someone will crimp a connector on without removing enough insulation...works intermittently, or not seat the terminal fully into the connector and it just makes enough contact to pass a test most of the time.

[Qsilver7]

What does the warning actually say? Is it vague as you’ve written...or does it specify something specific like driver’s seat, front passenger seat, rear seat? Does it indicate if its a seat belt, or a front passenger seat mat, or air bag malfunction?

There are multiple “restraint” components (side air bags, head air bags, seat mat sensors, seat belts, etc)...so again, is there any specificity given in the warning?

Can you post a pic of the warning?

BTW, do you carry a bag/satchel/briefcase with you and rest it in the front passenger seat? Asking because if it is heavy enough...it can trigger the front passenger seat mat warning...the system assumes that it is a passenger and requires the seat belt. If this is the case, then you need to place the object on the floor or place it in the rear cargo area to prevent the warning.

[J2045678]

Originally Posted by Qsilver7

What does the warning actually say? Is it vague as you've written...or does it specify something specific like driver's seat, front passenger seat, rear seat? Does it indicate if its a seat belt, or a front passenger seat mat, or air bag malfunction?

There are multiple "restraint" components (side air bags, head air bags, seat mat sensors, seat belts, etc)...so again, is there any specificity given in the warning?

Can you post a pic of the warning?

BTW, do you carry a bag/satchel/briefcase with you and rest it in the front passenger seat? Asking because if it is heavy enough...it can trigger the front passenger seat mat warning...the system assumes that it is a passenger and requires the seat belt. If this is the case, then you need to place the object on the floor or place it in the rear cargo area to prevent the warning.

Here's a pic of the message. To your other question, no I do not keep anything on the passenger seat.

[J2045678]

Originally Posted by J2045678

Here's a pic of the message. To your other question, no I do not keep anything on the passenger seat.

Update...took car back in and was told it was a wiring issue and just picked up the car only to have the light come back on within an hour. Starting to get frustrated here...

[cwiginton]

Originally Posted by J2045678

Update...took car back in and was told it was a wiring issue and just picked up the car only to have the light come back on within an hour. Starting to get frustrated here...

I had this same issue back around this time last year on my 2019, I had to take it in twice. The way that they ultimately fixed it was that they wiped the software and did a clean install of the software.

No problems since then.

[J2045678]

Originally Posted by cwiginton

I had this same issue back around this time last year on my 2019, I had to take it in twice. The way that they ultimately fixed it was that they wiped the software and did a clean install of the software.

No problems since then.

Ok, thanks. I'll mention that to service. They are keeping the car for a few days.

[LesMesa]

Were you able to get this issue resolved?

Mine X5 is at the dealership for the third time with this issue. If you found a long-term solution, please share what it was. Thanks!

[Qsilver7]

Originally Posted by J2045678

Here's a pic of the message. To your other question, no I do not keep anything on the passenger seat.

WOW...it would be good to know what the cause & conclusion to this issue is. I was not expecting every warning from the MRS/SRS (multiple restraint system/supplemental restraint system) would be illuminated. I see air bag, seat belt, and I can’t make out what the 3 warnings are on the far left are..plus the yellow wrench is illuminated, too.

Again, hopefully the cause and solution to this issue is brought to the attention of the forum (the collective) so that others that come across this issue will have something they can take back to the service department or know how to to about resolving the issue when these cars go out of warranty.

[LesMesa]

Originally Posted by LesMesa

Were you able to get this issue resolved?

Mine X5 is at the dealership for the third time with this issue. If you found a long-term solution, please share what it was. Thanks!

My issue was just resolved (finally and hopefully permanently). The dealership ended up replacing the seat mat and module. Glad it was under warranty.

[Vadersithlord]

Might be listening to Paramore, that would do it...

[F15_SGM]

Originally Posted by LesMesa

My issue was just resolved (finally and hopefully permanently). The dealership ended up replacing the seat mat and module. Glad it was under warranty.

Can you list the part numbers used?