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2009 BMW 7 Series recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2009 BMW 7 Series. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A BMW dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2009 BMW 7 Series recalls, newest first

October 20, 2011NHTSA 11V52100032,084 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Other fuel types › Turbo/supercharger

Summary
BMW is recalling certain model year 2011 5-series, model year 2010-2011 5-series gran turismo, model year 2009-2011 7-series, model year 2010-2011 X5 sav, and model year 2008-2011 X6 sav vehicles equipped with 8- or 12-cylinder, turbocharged, engines because the circuit board for the electric auxiliary water pump can overheat.
Consequence
This could lead to a smoldering of the pump or an engine compartment or vehicle fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump free of charge. The safety recall began on December 19, 2011. Owners may contact BMW customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 18, 2010NHTSA 10V0470001,040 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Other › Labels

Summary
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 7-SERIES AND MODEL YEAR 2010 550i GRAND TURISMO VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110 "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLE'S ARE EQUIPPED WITH A TIRE PRESSURE LABEL INDICATING THAT THE VEHICLE'S SEATING CAPACITY IS FIVE (5) PASSENGERS. THE ACTUAL SEATING CAPACITY IS FOUR (4) PASSENGERS. THE TIRE SIZE, TIRE PRESSURE, AND VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT ON THE LABEL ARE CORRECT.
Consequence
The tire label does not conform to FMVSS 110.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners and authorized BMW dealers will replace the tire label free of charge. The safety recall began on April 16, 2010. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 2009 BMW 7 Series with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
3
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Engine3
  2. Power train3
  3. Fuel/propulsion system2
  4. Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel1
  5. Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery1

Other BMW 7 Series years

Other 2009 BMW models

Most recalled 2009 vehicles

  1. 2009 Blue Bird All American (33 recalls)
  2. 2009 Blue Bird Vision (28 recalls)
  3. 2009 Ford E-350 (27 recalls)
  4. 2009 Freightliner Cascadia (24 recalls)
  5. 2009 Spartan Gladiator (23 recalls)
All of 2009’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 2009 BMW 7 Series have any recalls?
2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, equipment. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2009 BMW 7 Series recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a BMW dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2009 BMW 7 Series?
9 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.