BMW X5 F15 X6 F16 Seat Side Air Module Front Left N/S Black 7296221

BMW X5 F15 X6 F16 Seat Side Airbag Left Front is an original passive safety system component, designed for installation in the driver's seat on the left side in BMW X5 F15 and X6 F16 models. This product from the Seatbelts and Parts category is a key component of side protection, designed according to BMW's factory standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7296221
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7296221
• Substitutable numbers: 7296221, 72127296221, 7467207, 72127467207
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Purpose and Function in the Safety System

The presented seat side airbag is an element integrated into the driver's seat structure, responsible for torso and pelvis protection in the event of a side impact. Due to its specific fit for the BMW X5 F15 and X6 F16 generations, the component works in conjunction with the factory SRS control unit, collision sensors, and seatbelts, forming a cohesive protection system.

Its placement in the Front, Left zone ensures proper positioning relative to the driver's silhouette, which translates to predictable airbag inflation and stable restraint of body movement during a collision.

Construction, Color, and Interior Integration

The airbag is designed as an element mounted inside the seat, with its outlet facing the side of the backrest. The used black color allows for seamless integration with typical upholstery configurations in the BMW X5 F15 and X6 F16, facilitating the maintenance of a uniform interior aesthetic after accident repair or servicing.

Thanks to its factory-designed mounting geometry and appropriately shaped inflation zone, the element ensures:

• precise fit to the driver's seat structure,
• correct gas flow during airbag inflation,
• stable connection to the vehicle's SRS system wiring.

Installation Parameters and Compatibility

The seat side airbag has been developed as a dedicated part for a specific BMW platform, meaning its shape, mounting points, and electrical connectors are adapted to the factory wiring harness and seat structure in the X5 F15 and X6 F16. The presence of the original OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers allows for unambiguous identification in service catalogs and parts selection programs.

Before installation, it is recommended to verify compatibility with the vehicle using the VIN number and to have the installation performed by a specialized service center, adhering to safety procedures for working with airbag systems (disconnecting power, checking for SRS control unit errors, post-installation testing).

Product Condition and Service Application

The component is offered as a used part, allowing for economical repair of the safety system while maintaining factory BMW specifications. This type of component is primarily used in:

• accident repairs after side seat airbag deployment,
• restoring full SRS functionality after seat or its components replacement,
• comprehensive interior refurbishment in premium vehicles where maintaining the original safety configuration is required.

After correct installation and clearing any control unit errors, the airbag becomes an active part of the passenger protection system again.

Application in Youngtimers and Cost Optimization

The BMW X5 F15 and X6 F16 are increasingly treated as modern premium youngtimers, where owners want to combine safety concerns with reasonable operating costs. The use of proven, used SRS components allows for maintaining a high level of protection while limiting parts expenses.

If you want to learn more about how used parts help in refreshing older premium models, check out the article: Second Life for a Youngtimer – How Used Car Parts Revitalize Cars from 1998–2012.

Related Products and Safety System Expansion

For comprehensive safety system repairs in BMW vehicles, it is also worth considering other elements from the Seatbelts and Parts category, such as pretensioners or complete seatbelt assemblies. If you are looking for other components from the same group for your BMW, check out the offer: BMW Seatbelts and Parts.

For drivers planning a wider range of service work, a guide on the most frequently replaced wear parts may also be useful: TOP 10 Most Frequently Replaced Parts in Your Car.