Vehicle recall 12V504000 · October 17, 2012

BMW 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.

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

Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
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.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 12V504000
Reported to NHTSA: October 17, 2012
Filed by: BMW of North America, LLC
Owner notification: December 12, 2012
Vehicles potentially affected: 7,485
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch

Recall 12V504000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

BMW 745i (2005): 2005
BMW 745Li (2005): 2005
BMW 750i (2006-2007): 2007, 2006
BMW 750Li (2006-2007): 2007, 2006
BMW 760i (2005-2006): 2006, 2005
BMW 760Li (2005-2007): 2007, 2006, 2005

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