BMW 745i recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
6 recalls found for the BMW 745i in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 128 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 BMW 745i | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 BMW 745i | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 BMW 745i | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 BMW 745i | 3 | 16 |
| 2004 BMW 745i | 0 | 24 |
| 2003 BMW 745i | 2 | 32 |
| 2002 BMW 745i | 2 | 54 |
| 2001 BMW 745i | 0 | 1 |
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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.
Newest BMW 745i recalls
- May 18, 201717V328000Latches/locks/linkages45,484 vehiclesBMW 745i, 745Li and 5 more models
In these vehicles, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.
- Oct 17, 201212V504000Latches/locks/linkages7,485 vehiclesBMW 760Li, 750i and 4 more models
Due to a software problem, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.
- Oct 17, 201212V502000Electrical system, power train45,500 vehiclesBMW 760Li, 750i and 4 more models
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…
- Aug 26, 200303V324000Engine and engine cooling2,400 vehiclesBMW 745i, 745Li and 1 more model
On certain passenger vehicles, the engine oil filter drain plug may be insufficiently tightened.
- Jul 1, 200303V240000Engine and engine cooling5,470 vehiclesBMW 745i and 745Li
On certain passenger vehicles, due to a software error, a desynchronization of the valvetronic motors for engine banks I and II may occur.
- Jun 3, 200202V150000Fuel system, gasoline8,412 vehiclesBMW 745i and 745Li
On certain passenger vehicles, the electric fuel pump runs at a rotational speed that could result in reduced lubrication of its internal components.