BMW 1 Series E81 E82 E87 Driver's Side Steering Wheel Air Module Bag 6779828

BMW 1 Series E81 E82 E87 Driver's Side Steering Wheel Air Module Bag is an original safety component designed for installation in the steering wheels of 1 Series E81/E87 models. The product belongs to the Steering wheels and horn buttons group, ensuring it is structurally matched to the factory control system and interior trim of the BMW. This is a solution for users who want to restore full functionality to the airbag system while maintaining factory specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6779828
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6779828
• Substitutable numbers: 32306779828, 6779828, 32306775155, 6775155, 32306772457, 6772457, 32306763080, 6763080, EM
• Category: Steering Wheels & Horn Buttons

Purpose and fitment for BMW 1 Series E81/E87

The presented driver's airbag is designed specifically for installation in the steering wheel of the BMW 1 Series E81/E87 generation. This ensures the correct shape, mounting points, and compatibility with the factory airbag control module, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of fitment issues. Using an original component allows for maintaining the technical integrity of the entire passive safety system.

Technical and functional characteristics

The driver's airbag works with the factory wiring harness and electronics responsible for activating the airbag system in the BMW. The design is adapted for integration with the horn buttons located within the steering wheel, ensuring proper operation of the acoustic signal after installation. Using a component from the same product group allows for maintaining ergonomics and the aesthetics of the central part of the steering wheel.

The original origin of the element helps maintain the appropriate operating parameters of the safety system, such as response time and the deployment pattern of the airbag upon activation. As a result, the user receives a part consistent with the vehicle manufacturer's requirements.

Product condition and practical application

The driver's airbag is offered as a used item, which allows for significantly lower repair costs compared to purchasing a new OEM component. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, interior restoration, or restoring a vehicle to full functionality after the airbag system has been deployed. Choosing an original, used part from dismantling is a compromise between quality and budget, often preferred by informed users and workshops specializing in the BMW brand.

Benefits of using an original BMW driver's airbag

Using a factory driver's airbag in a BMW 1 Series E81/E87 offers a number of practical advantages:

• maintaining compliance with the vehicle's factory passive safety system,
• secure fitment to the steering wheel structure and trim elements,
• integration with horn buttons and electrical installation,
• possibility of economical repair using an original used component.

For workshops and individual users, this means a simpler installation process and a lower risk of compatibility issues compared to replacements of unknown origin.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the steering wheel area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as steering wheel rims, button modules, or central covers, check the available parts in the BMW Steering wheels and horn buttons category.

Support with selection and additional information

Before purchasing, it is worth verifying the compatibility of the airbag with the specific equipment version of your car using the OEM part number and available interchangeable numbers in the technical specification. This helps avoid mistakes and speeds up the installation process in the vehicle.

If you are considering a wider interior upgrade – replacing the steering wheel, seats, or multimedia elements – practical tips on selecting used components, their installation, and the cost-effectiveness of such an investment can be found in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.