BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 M Sport Driver Steering Wheel Module Air DAMAGED

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 M Sport Driver Steering Wheel Module Air DAMAGED is an original safety component designed for factory steering wheels of BMW 1 and 3 series models. The product is offered in For parts or not working condition, making it a valuable base for service purposes, training, or as a donor for specific housing components and mounts. This is a solution for workshops and specialists who are consciously looking for a sub-assembly for further technical work, rather than a ready-to-use, functional airbag.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6770515-11
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: For parts or not working
• OEM Part Number: 6770515
• Substitutable numbers: 32306770515, 6770515, 32306763082, 6763082, 32306779132, 6779132, 32306884672, 6884672
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Application and compatibility with BMW models

The presented driver airbag is designed for the steering wheel of BMW E81, E87, E90, and E91 series cars. This means it is structurally compatible with the BMW 1 and 3 series generations from this body family, maintaining the correct shape, mounting points, and geometry relative to the steering column. As a result, the element can be used as a mounting reference, a fitting template, or a source of housing parts for vehicles from the same platform.

Technical characteristics and intended use

The driver airbag in this variant is deployed, which means it cannot be used as an active element of the passive safety system. However, the product can be used in the following areas:

• obtaining housing and external elements for visual steering wheel reconstruction,
• analysis of airbag construction for training or educational purposes,
• mounting comparisons when fitting other driver airbags to BMWs of the same generation,
• verification of mounting points, wiring routing, and the shape of the airbag module.

For professional workshops and vehicle interior reconstruction facilities, this can be a useful reference element, allowing for the precise fitting of other steering wheel components.

Brand, origin, and identification

The offered module comes from BMW, which ensures compliance with factory manufacturing standards, geometry, and the installation method used by the manufacturer. Original origin is important wherever accurate reproduction of shape, mounting points, and integration with the steering wheel and steering column matters. The product has an assigned OEM part number and corresponding interchangeable numbers, which facilitates identification in service catalogs and parts selection systems, especially in professional workshops.

Technical condition and usage recommendations

The condition defined as For parts or not working clearly indicates that the airbag is not intended for reuse as an active SRS system element. It should be treated solely as a source of parts or reference material. In practice, this means that:

• it must not be installed in a vehicle as a functional airbag,
• it can be used for testing, training purposes, or as a housing donor,
• any work on the module should be performed by persons with experience in handling safety systems.

This approach is consistent with good service practices and helps avoid the improper use of an element that no longer fulfills a protective function.

Support in parts selection and technical knowledge development

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

For those who want to better understand the differences between sports and standard vehicle configurations, including the impact of braking and chassis systems on safety, an article comparing top RS versions with other models may be helpful – you can find it here: Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.

If you are considering whether it is better to choose a new element or a used OEM component intended for parts in a given case, it is worth reading the cost and quality analysis available in the material: New or used? A comparison of the costs and quality of car parts. This will allow you to consciously choose a service strategy for a specific vehicle and budget.