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2005 BMW 7 Series · 3 recorded campaigns · Prepared 2026-11-08
Model-year records do not confirm VIN eligibility or completed repairs. Ask your dealer to check your VIN and the original filing's safety instructions.
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NHTSA Campaign
OEM Recall
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12V502000
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POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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17V328000
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LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
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12V504000
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LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
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The automatic transmission in your 2005-2008 7-Series has a special system that uses the key fob and a electronic connection to the gear shifter to shift the transmission to Park when you start or stop the engine. However, if you press the Start/Stop button a few times quickly, the system might mistakenly shift the transmission to Neutral instead of Park.
Risk if Unfixed
If you exit your vehicle with the transmission in Neutral and the parking brake off, the car could start rolling away and could crash or hurt people nearby.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will fix this issue for free, but you need to schedule the repair after receiving a notice from BMW in November 2012. You can also contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email them at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com to get the process started.
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Original — What Happened
BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 7-Series vehicles, equipped with the Comfort Access option, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through July 24, 2008. The affected vehicles have an electronic key and an electronic connection between the gear shifter and the transmission (shift-by-wire) that automatically shifts the transmission to Park when the driver presses the Start/Stop button to shutdown the engine. If the driver presses the engine Start/Stop button 2 or 3 times within a short time interval, the system may shift the transmission to Neutral rather than Park. If using the electronic key (Comfort Access mode), there would be no protection from the ignition interlock that prevents key removal if the vehicle is not in Park.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the driver exits the vehicle with the transmission in Neutral and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may rollaway. Unattended rollaway incidents often result in a crash or cause injury to pedestrians attempting to stop or enter the vehicle or to other bystanders in the path of the vehicle.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners beginning in November 2012. The remedy became available in March 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
The door latch system in your vehicle is a mechanism that keeps your doors closed and secure. In certain 2005-2008 BMW models, this system can malfunction and make it seem like your doors are closed when they're not.
Risk if Unfixed
If your door latch fails, the door could open unexpectedly while you're driving or parked. This could cause you or a passenger to be thrown out of the vehicle or increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the door latch system to prevent this issue, and the repair is free. You should schedule the update after checking repair availability with your dealer, and you can contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or by email for more information. This timing describes the original 2017 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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 CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
The automatic door latching system in your 7-Series has a software glitch that can make the doors appear closed, but not actually be secure.
Risk if Unfixed
If the doors aren't properly latched, they could open unexpectedly while you're driving or in a crash, putting you at risk of ejection or injury.
Free Fix
BMW will update the software for free to fix the issue, and you should contact them to schedule the repair when you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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 CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
What is the overall risk grade for the 2005 BMW 7 Series?
The 2005 BMW 7 Series has a risk grade of D. This grade is calculated from 3 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).
How many safety recalls does the 2005 BMW 7 Series have?
The 2005 BMW 7 Series has 3 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
What is the most severe recall for the 2005 BMW 7 Series?
The most severe recall for the 2005 BMW 7 Series is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.
Is the 2005 BMW 7 Series safe to drive?
This model year has 3 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.
What is the POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION recall for the 2005 BMW 7 Series? (Campaign #12V502000)
The automatic transmission in your 2005-2008 7-Series has a special system that uses the key fob and a electronic connection to the gear shifter to shift the transmission to Park when you start or stop the engine. However, if you press the Start/Stop button a few times quickly, the system might mistakenly shift the transmission to Neutral instead of Park. If you exit your vehicle with the transmission in Neutral and the parking brake off, the car could start rolling away and could crash or hurt people nearby. Your BMW dealer will fix this issue for free, but you need to schedule the repair after receiving a notice from BMW in November 2012. You can also contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email them at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com to get the process started.
What is the LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH recall for the 2005 BMW 7 Series? (Campaign #17V328000)
The door latch system in your vehicle is a mechanism that keeps your doors closed and secure. In certain 2005-2008 BMW models, this system can malfunction and make it seem like your doors are closed when they're not. If your door latch fails, the door could open unexpectedly while you're driving or parked. This could cause you or a passenger to be thrown out of the vehicle or increase the risk of injury in a crash. Your BMW dealer will update the door latch system to prevent this issue, and the repair is free. You should schedule the update after checking repair availability with your dealer, and you can contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or by email for more information. This timing describes the original 2017 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
What is the LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH recall for the 2005 BMW 7 Series? (Campaign #12V504000)
The automatic door latching system in your 7-Series has a software glitch that can make the doors appear closed, but not actually be secure. If the doors aren't properly latched, they could open unexpectedly while you're driving or in a crash, putting you at risk of ejection or injury. BMW will update the software for free to fix the issue, and you should contact them to schedule the repair when you get the recall notice.
