2005-2007 BMW 745I, BMW 745LI and others recall: latch

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on October 17, 2012. It covers about 7,485 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 7,485
reported: Oct 17, 2012
owners notified: Dec 12, 2012
related complaints: 76

Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch

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

Affected vehicles

BMW 745I 2005 2005
BMW 745LI 2005 2005
BMW 750I 2006-2007 2006 2007
BMW 750LI 2006-2007 2006 2007
BMW 760I 2005-2006 2005 2006
BMW 760LI 2005-2007 2005 2006 2007

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 76 complaints about locks problems.

2005 BMW 745I 2005 BMW 745LI 2006 BMW 750I 2007 BMW 750I 2006 BMW 750LI 2007 BMW 750LI 2005 BMW 760I 2006 BMW 760I 2005 BMW 760LI 2006 BMW 760LI 2007 BMW 760LI

Questions about recall 12V504000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2007 BMW 745I, BMW 745LI and others latch?

Yes. Recall 12V504000, reported on October 17, 2012, covers about 7,485 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V504000?

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].

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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