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2008 BMW 7 Series · 2 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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The shift-by-wire system in your 2005-2008 7-Series is designed to automatically shift the transmission to Park when you turn off the engine. However, in some cases, pressing the Start/Stop button multiple times can cause the transmission to shift to Neutral instead, without your control.
Risk if Unfixed
If you exit your vehicle with the transmission in Neutral and the parking brake not engaged, the car could roll away, potentially causing a crash or injury to people nearby.
Free Fix
Your dealer will fix the issue for free. You'll be notified by BMW starting in November 2012, and the repair will be available in March 2013.
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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.
Your door's latch system is a mechanism that keeps your doors securely closed. In some 2005-2008 BMW models, this system can malfunction and make the doors seem closed when they're not.
Risk if Unfixed
If the latch fails, your door could open unexpectedly while driving or while you're a passenger. This could lead to you or someone else being thrown out of the vehicle or injured in a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the door latch system to ensure your doors stay securely closed – at no cost to you. You'll receive a notification, and you should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. 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.
What is the overall risk grade for the 2008 BMW 7 Series?
The 2008 BMW 7 Series has a risk grade of D. This grade is calculated from 2 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).
How many safety recalls does the 2008 BMW 7 Series have?
The 2008 BMW 7 Series has 2 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
What is the most severe recall for the 2008 BMW 7 Series?
The most severe recall for the 2008 BMW 7 Series is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.
Is the 2008 BMW 7 Series safe to drive?
This model year has 2 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 2008 BMW 7 Series? (Campaign #12V502000)
The shift-by-wire system in your 2005-2008 7-Series is designed to automatically shift the transmission to Park when you turn off the engine. However, in some cases, pressing the Start/Stop button multiple times can cause the transmission to shift to Neutral instead, without your control. If you exit your vehicle with the transmission in Neutral and the parking brake not engaged, the car could roll away, potentially causing a crash or injury to people nearby. Your dealer will fix the issue for free. You'll be notified by BMW starting in November 2012, and the repair will be available in March 2013.
What is the LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH recall for the 2008 BMW 7 Series? (Campaign #17V328000)
Your door's latch system is a mechanism that keeps your doors securely closed. In some 2005-2008 BMW models, this system can malfunction and make the doors seem closed when they're not. If the latch fails, your door could open unexpectedly while driving or while you're a passenger. This could lead to you or someone else being thrown out of the vehicle or injured in a crash. Your BMW dealer will update the door latch system to ensure your doors stay securely closed – at no cost to you. You'll receive a notification, and you should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2017 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
