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2005 BMW 745i LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Under Review

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES issues.

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LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES Safety Recalls

Under Review #17V328000 Plain English
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LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The door latches on your 2005-2008 BMW are designed to close and latch your doors securely. However, in some cases, the latches may not actually lock the doors, even if they look like they are.
Risk if Unfixed
If your door doesn't lock properly, it could open unexpectedly while driving, which could cause you to be thrown from the vehicle or make you more likely to get hurt in a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the door latch system to ensure your doors lock safely, and this repair is free of charge. You should schedule an appointment as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Under Review #12V504000 Plain English
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LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The door latch system in your 7-Series is a computer-controlled mechanism that ensures your doors stay shut while driving. But in some 2005-2007 models, the software might get it wrong, making the doors look closed when they're not.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your door could swing open unexpectedly due to road bumps or a passenger touching it. This could lead to someone being thrown out of the vehicle or getting hurt in a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the software that controls your door latch system, ensuring it works correctly. This fix is free, and you'll be notified when the update is available.
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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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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