BMW E39 Steering Wheel Airbag Driver's Side Module Air Bag Black 1095134

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E39 Steering Wheel Airbag Driver's Side Module Air Bag Black is an original safety component designed for installation in the steering wheel of BMW 5 Series E39 models. Finished in black, the airbag blends harmoniously with the factory interior trim, ensuring a cohesive cockpit appearance. This is a used part, providing a functional solution for post-accident repairs or completing a passive safety system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1095133
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1095133
• Substitutable numbers: 1095133, 32341095133, 1095134, 32341095134, 1095507, 32341095507
• Color: Black
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function in the safety system

The driver's airbag in the BMW E39 is a key element of the passive safety system, responsible for mitigating the effects of a frontal collision. Mounted centrally in the steering wheel rim, it works in conjunction with the SRS control module and collision sensors to create a cohesive protective system for the driver.

Thanks to a design compliant with manufacturer standards, the airbag maintains the correct mounting geometry, which is essential for the proper operation of the system in an emergency. Dedicated fitment for BMW minimizes the risk of leaks, mounting play, and incorrect positioning relative to the steering wheel.

Construction, color, and visual fitment

The black color of the airbag has been selected to match the typical interior finishes of the BMW E39, ensuring the component does not stand out from factory cockpit parts. The surface structure is designed to harmonize with the texture of the steering wheel and other dashboard elements.

The main visual and mounting advantages include:

• a consistent black shade matched to standard BMW steering wheels,
• preservation of the factory parting line and shape of the airbag panel,
• compatibility with the original BMW 5 Series E39 steering wheel frame.

These features allow for an aesthetic replacement of a damaged airbag without interfering with the interior styling or requiring modifications to other cockpit elements.

Condition, origin, and technical aspects of installation

The offered airbag is a used component, which in practice allows for the optimization of repair costs while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. The part comes from disassembly, ensuring that factory mounting points and the mounting geometry intended by the manufacturer are preserved.

Before installation, it is recommended to:

• verify compatibility with your BMW E39 steering wheel,
• check the SRS installation for any errors stored in the controller,
• follow service procedures regarding work on airbag systems (disconnecting power, discharge time of the installation).

This approach increases the safety of the installation and the correct interaction of the airbag with the vehicle's existing system.

Benefits of using an original BMW airbag

Using an original driver's airbag in the BMW E39 provides a number of practical benefits:

• factory fitment to the steering wheel and steering column,
• preservation of the standard interior look without visible modifications,
• compatibility with the factory SRS system controller.

For users who are rebuilding a vehicle after a collision or completing a missing safety system component, this is a solution that allows for combining functionality with the preservation of the car's original character.

Safety system expansion and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the safety zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional airbags, seat belt tensioners, or collision sensors, check out the available parts in the Other BMW category.

To compare solutions used in different brands and sports segments, it is worth reading the material describing the structural differences in high-performance vehicles – it is discussed in detail in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers integrate drive systems, braking systems, and safety elements in cars with higher driving dynamics.