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2003 BMW 745LI airbags problems

11 complaints (22% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 142,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
11
of this car's complaints
22%
typical mileage
142,000
crashes
1
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Frontal
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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BMW 745LI airbags problems in other years

2002200320042005

Specific symptoms reported on the 2003 BMW 745LI airbags

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Airbag light 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2003 BMW 745LI owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 24, 2020 · Airbags · 115,000 miles · MA

It showed up on my dash board and now its not going away

Filed Jul 23, 2019 · Airbags · 75,000 miles · LA

The airbag light and warning never clears when driving the passgners airbag warning light is on , saying bring to nearest bmw dealer ship.

Filed Oct 3, 2017 · Airbags, Transmission · 181,000 miles · WV

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 bmw 745li. After placing the vehicle in park, the contact noticed that the gear shifted independently into neutral. The contact called bmw of sterling located in sterling, virginia and was informed that he had to pay for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the passenger air bag malfunction warning indicator illuminated continuously. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 181,000.

Filed Nov 8, 2016 · Airbags · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 bmw 745li. The contact stated that the air bag indicator remained illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was not available.

Filed Jul 12, 2016 · Airbags · 202,082 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 bmw 745li. After the vehicle was serviced, the air bag warning light illuminated continuously. In addition, the tension seat belt warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 202,082.

Filed Feb 29, 2016 · Acceleration, Airbags · NY · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 bmw 745li. While attempting to stop the vehicle with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle independently accelerated. As a result, the contact crashed into the driver side of another vehicle and then into a building. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained leg, back, and neck injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed from the crash scene to a dealer who was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Apr 21, 2014 · Airbags · 142,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 bmw 745l. The contact stated that while starting the ignition, the air bag passenger restraint warning indicator remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis where they stated that the front passenger's restraint module would need to be replaced. There was a recall associated with the 2006 bmw 745li model vehicle but not the 2003 model (the federal safety agency campaign id number:13v564000: air bags). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 142,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Nov 21, 2012 · Airbags, Seat belts · 171,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 bmw 745li. The contact stated that the air bag indicator light illuminated. In addition, the seat belts failed simultaneously. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. The vehicle also could not be shifted from park. The contact had to leave the vehicle engaged in neutral in order to remove the key from the ignition and apply the emergency brake. The failure and the current mileage was 171,000.

Filed Apr 8, 2012 · Airbags · MA

My vehicle is a 2003 bmw 745li that has an drive system and the latest warning note came up on the idrive screen that says, "fault in pass.-restraint system affecting airbag, belt tensioner or belt-force limiter. Fasten and continue to wear belts. Please contact the nearest bmw center".

Filed May 9, 2011 · Airbags · 117,000 miles · MO

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 bmw 745li. The contact stated the air bag light had been illuminating on the instrument panel for a few months. The vehicle was inspected by an authorized dealer and the contact was advised that the front passenger seat sensor needed to be replaced. The dealer also informed the contact they were not sure the air bags would deploy in the event of a crash. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage and current mileages were 117,000.

Questions about the 2003 BMW 745LI airbags

Does the 2003 BMW 745LI have airbags problems?

Owners have filed 11 complaints about the airbags of the 2003 BMW 745LI, 22% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2003 BMW 745LI airbags problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 142,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2003 BMW 745LI airbags?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the BMW 745LI have bad airbags?

The BMW 745LI model years with the most airbags complaints are 2003 (11 complaints) and 2002 (10 complaints).

Other 2003 BMW 745LI problems

Brakes 10Engine 8Transmission 8Electrical 7Acceleration 5Fuel system 5Tires 4Body 3Seat belts 3Suspension 2Driver assistance 1Lights 1Steering 1Visibility 1Wheels 1

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