Passenger Dashboard Airbag - 2011 528i

When sourcing a passenger dashboard airbag for your 2011 BMW F10 528i, interchange spans the F10 sedan (2010-2016), F11 Touring wagon, and F07 Gran Turismo through 2017. Primary OEM numbers include 72 10 2 208 337 for early production and the superseding 72 10 2 210 251, though LHD versus RHD configurations are not interchangeable and must match your specific chassis layout. Always disconnect the battery negative terminal and wait 30 minutes before handling to prevent accidental deployment from residual capacitor charge. Inspect the casting marks—typically Autoliv or TRW supplier codes stamped on the metal housing—for moisture intrusion or corrosion, particularly around the electrical connector pins. Installation requires dropping the glove box assembly and releasing four mounting bolts from behind the dashboard; the module sits atop the HVAC plenum. Post-installation, BMW requires VIN-specific coding via ISTA to marry the module and clear airbag warning lights. Common failures include torn seams on the dashboard cover from previous deployment events or water damage from clogged cowl drains. Verify the part matches your vehicle's safety equipment level, as vehicles with optional active knee protection may use different mounting bracket configurations.