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2006 BMW 750LI locks problems

34 complaints (16% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 95,000.

owner complaints
34
of this car's complaints
16%
typical mileage
95,000
crashes
0
recalls
2

Which part fails

  • Doors: latch
    14

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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BMW 750LI locks problems in other years

20062007200820132014

Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 BMW 750LI locks

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

Door locks 21

Related recalls

Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latchReported May 18, 2017 · 45,484 vehicles affected
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2005-2008 745i, 745Li, 750i, 750Li, 760i, 760Li, and B7 Alpina vehicles equipped with both the Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options. In these vehicles, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.
Risk
The door may unexpectedly open due to road or driving conditions or occupant contact with the door. The sudden opening may result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the door latch system, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW at 1‑800‑525‑7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

Recall number 17V328000 · Recall details

Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latchReported October 17, 2012 · 7,485 vehicles affected
What is wrong
BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 7-Series vehicles, equipped with both Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through September 3, 2007. Due to a software problem, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.
Risk
The door may unexpectedly open due to road or driving conditions or occupant contact with the door. The sudden opening may result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners and dealers will update software. The recall began on December 12, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1‑800‑525‑7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

Recall number 12V504000 · Recall details

What 2006 BMW 750LI owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 27, 2020 · Body, Brakes · 18,367 miles · CA

Car doors do not latch doors fly open , car has rolled out of park, brakes do not engage ruff stopping seat belt lights on all the time. Problems with electrical seats.

Filed Oct 5, 2018 · Electrical, Locks · NC

2006 bmw 750li. Consumer writes with regard to recall on door latch that LED to malfunction with key fob. *as

Filed Mar 28, 2018 · Body, Locks · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750li. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v328000(latches/locks/linkages). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called beverly hills bmw at 855‑529‑1662 (5070 wilshire blvd, los angeles, ca 90036) and was informed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Aug 18, 2017 · Locks · 145,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750li. When the vehicle was started and placed into gear, the front driver's door remained ajar. The contact stated that the auto lock feature was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to bmw of south atlanta (located at 4171 jonesboro rd, union city, ga 30291 (770) 969-0755) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the locking mechanism failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v328000 (latches/locks/linkages). The manufacturer was contacted and notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000.

Filed Aug 7, 2017 · Locks · 150,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750li. While the vehicle was being driven or while parked, the driver side door failed to latch correctly. The contact mentioned that the failure worsened over the years and he currently has to hold the driver's door handle to keep the door from opening. When the failure first occurred, the vehicle was taken to irvine bmw (9881 research dr, irvine, ca 92618 (888) 496-3218), but was not diagnosed due to the diagnostic fees. Several months later, a recall was issued and the contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v328000 (latches/locks/linkages). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The failure mileage was 150,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jul 26, 2017 · Locks · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750li. The contact stated that the door latches failed to function and the dealer (jmc bmw auto, 310‑654‑4067) replaced the rear passenger side door latch. Months later, the contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v328000 (latches/locks/linkages). The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was not available. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jul 24, 2017 · Brakes, Locks · 123,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750li. While driving at any speed, the brake pedal felt "soft" and did not fully stop the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the brake booster needed to be replaced. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v328000 (latches/locks/linkages). The failure mileage was 123,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Apr 6, 2017 · Locks · 125,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750li. The contact stated that the front driver side door failed to latch. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v504000 (latches/locks/linkages). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 125,000.

Filed Aug 23, 2016 · Locks · 120,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750li. The contact stated that the front driver side door failed to latch properly without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v504000 (latches/locks/linkages). The failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Jul 7, 2016 · Locks · 127,145 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750li. While driving at any speed, the rear passenger door unlocked and opened without warning. On many occasions, the door was unable to remain closed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v504000 (latches/locks/linkages). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 127,145.

Questions about the 2006 BMW 750LI locks

Does the 2006 BMW 750LI have locks problems?

Owners have filed 34 complaints about the locks of the 2006 BMW 750LI, 16% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2006 BMW 750LI locks problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 95,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2006 BMW 750LI locks?

Yes, 2 recalls: 17V328000, 12V504000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the BMW 750LI have the most locks problems?

The BMW 750LI model years with the most locks complaints are 2006 (34 complaints), 2007 (19 complaints) and 2008 (11 complaints).

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