BMW E38 E39 M Sport Steering Wheel Airbag Driver's Side Module Air Bag 2229130

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E38 E39 M Sport Steering Wheel Airbag Driver's Side Module is an original airbag module designed for the factory M Sport steering wheel in 5 Series E39 and 7 Series E38 models. This component ensures proper integration with the steering column, safety electronics, and the styling of the BMW sports steering wheel, serving as a precisely fitted replacement for a worn or deployed module.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2229130
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2229130
• Substitutable numbers: 2229130, 32342229130
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Application and compatibility

The presented airbag module has been designed specifically for the M Sport steering wheel in BMW E38 and E39, ensuring it maintains the correct shape, mounting points, and airbag geometry relative to the steering wheel rim. This means:

• proper fitment with the original M Sport steering wheel,
• compatibility with the factory SRS system controller in the given BMW generation,
• maintaining the original interior look, without stylistic compromises.

As a result, the module can be used both for standard replacement of a damaged airbag and for conversion from a classic steering wheel to the M Sport version, provided the vehicle's installation is adapted for it.

Airbag module construction and safety system integration

The steering wheel module includes an integrated driver's airbag, a housing tailored to the BMW sports steering wheel, and a connector for the SRS system wiring harness. The OEM design ensures:

• a properly shaped airbag deployment zone relative to the driver's position,
• compatibility with factory wiring harnesses and the clock spring under the steering wheel,
• consistency with factory safety system deployment parameters.

By maintaining the original system architecture, the M Sport airbag module works with other passive safety system components of the vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered module is a used OEM BMW part, which means it comes from the dismantling of an original vehicle and retains the manufacturer's factory specifications. In practice, this translates into:

• original mounts and housing shape,
• proper fitment to the M Sport steering wheel rim,
• visual consistency with other BMW E38/E39 cockpit elements.

Before installation, it is recommended to verify compatibility with the specific vehicle equipment version and have the installation performed by a specialized service center, following procedures for working with airbag systems.

Benefits of using the original M Sport airbag module

Using a factory airbag module in an M Sport steering wheel allows for maintaining the technical and visual consistency of the BMW interior. Key advantages include:

• full integration with the factory SRS system – no need to adapt universal solutions,
• preserving the sporty character of the M Sport steering wheel in the 5 Series E39 and 7 Series E38,
• the ability to restore functionality after airbag deployment or module damage.

For users upgrading their BMW interiors to M Sport specifications, such a module is a natural addition to the set, ensuring technical and aesthetic consistency of the entire steering column.

Safety system expansion and related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the driver's safety zone in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as additional airbag modules, control elements, or mounting covers, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

To compare solutions used in sports models of other brands and better understand the differences in the design of drive and braking systems, it is worth reading an article describing the specifics of top Audi versions – Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?. This allows for a better assessment of how premium manufacturers design key vehicle systems, including elements affecting safety and driving dynamics.