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2012 BMW 7 Series · 2 recorded campaigns · Prepared 2026-11-08
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18V248000
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
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17V067000
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POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The electric auxiliary water pump in your vehicle is a small part that helps keep your engine cool. In certain 2011-2012 models, this pump can fail and cause a fire hazard.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pump fails, the circuit board can overheat, which could cause a fire. This is a serious risk that requires immediate attention.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty pump with a new one, free of charge. You'll be notified when the parts are available, and you should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2018 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 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
The CV joint in your vehicle is like a flexible elbow that connects your transmission to your wheels. It's designed to absorb stress, but in some 2011-2012 models, it can wear out and break.
Risk if Unfixed
If the CV joint fails, you'll lose power to your wheels, which can make it hard to steer and brake. This could lead to a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the CV joint and replace it if necessary, all at no cost to you. You'll be notified when it's time to bring your vehicle in for the repair.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 1 Series M Coupe and 135i Convertible vehicles, 2011 Z4 sDrive 35i, 335i, 335d, 335i Coupe, 335is Coupe, 335i Convertible, 335is Convertible, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535i Gran Turismo and 550i xDrive Gran Turismo vehicles and 2012 740i and 740Li vehicles. The rear driveshaft constant velocity (CV) joint on the affected vehicles may fatigue and break.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the CV joint breaks, the vehicle may have a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear driveshaft CV joint and, based on its production date, will replace it, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
What is the overall risk grade for the 2012 BMW 7 Series?
The 2012 BMW 7 Series has a risk grade of F. 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 2012 BMW 7 Series have?
The 2012 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 2012 BMW 7 Series?
The most severe recall for the 2012 BMW 7 Series is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.
Is the 2012 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 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER recall for the 2012 BMW 7 Series? (Campaign #18V248000)
The electric auxiliary water pump in your vehicle is a small part that helps keep your engine cool. In certain 2011-2012 models, this pump can fail and cause a fire hazard. If the pump fails, the circuit board can overheat, which could cause a fire. This is a serious risk that requires immediate attention. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty pump with a new one, free of charge. You'll be notified when the parts are available, and you should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2018 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
What is the POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT recall for the 2012 BMW 7 Series? (Campaign #17V067000)
The CV joint in your vehicle is like a flexible elbow that connects your transmission to your wheels. It's designed to absorb stress, but in some 2011-2012 models, it can wear out and break. If the CV joint fails, you'll lose power to your wheels, which can make it hard to steer and brake. This could lead to a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Your BMW dealer will inspect the CV joint and replace it if necessary, all at no cost to you. You'll be notified when it's time to bring your vehicle in for the repair.
