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BMW due to a software problem, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.

NHTSA campaign 12V-504 · Reported October 17, 2012 · 7,485 vehicles affected

AFFECTED MODELS
BMW 745Li, 745i, 750Li, 750i, 760Li and 760i
VEHICLES AFFECTED
7,485
REMEDY
BMW will notify owners and dealers will update software.
COST
Free

The short version

BMW of North America, LLC reported a problem with the doors latch. Here is what owners need to know.

WHAT

Due to a software problem, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.

WHY IT MATTERS

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.

WHAT TO DO

BMW will notify owners and dealers will update software, free of charge.

Affected vehicles

These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 12V-504.

YEAR RANGEMODEL
2005BMW 745Li
2005BMW 745i
2006–2007BMW 750Li
2006–2007BMW 750i
2005–2007BMW 760Li
2005–2006BMW 760i

What changed

Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.

  1. Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST

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What this record means

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