Skip to content

NHTSA Recall 17V328000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)

BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 45,484 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the BMW 745I.

45,484
vehicles potentially affected
7
models affected
2018
owners notified (February 8)
NHTSA campaign17V328000
ComponentLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH
Report receivedMay 18, 2017
Owner notificationFebruary 8, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

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 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.

Notes

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

Vehicles covered by recall 17V328000

Make and modelModel years
BMW 745I2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
BMW 745LI2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
BMW 750I2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
BMW 750LI2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
BMW 760I2005, 2006
BMW 760LI2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
BMW B7 Alpina2005, 2006, 2007, 2008

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.