Right Side Curtain Airbag - 2011 528i

The right side curtain airbag for the 2011 BMW 528i (F10 chassis) typically carries OEM reference 72-11-9-273-354 and mounts along the passenger-side roof rail, deploying downward to protect occupants during side impacts. This unit interchanges with 2010–2013 F10 sedans and F11 Touring wagons regardless of engine variant—meaning 528i, 535i, and 550i models share the same component—though 2014+ LCI facelift models require verification due to potential connector revisions and revised tether anchoring points. When sourcing from salvage, inspect the inflator canister for corrosion and verify the yellow connector harness hasn't been cut; spliced wires compromise safety system integrity and trigger fault codes. Installation demands battery disconnection for at least 15 minutes and static discharge precautions before handling the yellow-tagged connector. The module secures to the roof structure behind the C-pillar trim with tamper-resistant Torx fasteners. Common failures include deployment tears in the fabric cushion or stretched tether straps, neither of which are field-repairable. Always replace shear-away trim clips during reassembly.