2005 BMW 7 Series recalls and problems

The 2005 BMW 7 Series has 1 safety recall and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2005 BMW 7 Series vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 BMW 7 Series recalls

Recall 10V-446: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Oct 1, 2010 · 198,352 vehicles affected · BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC

Problem: Bmw is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 5-series, 6-series, and model year 2002-2008 7-series vehicles. A check valve of the brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil. Over time this could result in contamination of the brake booster.

Risk: Power assist braking performance could be adversely affected. In extreme cases there could be a complete loss of power assist braking. An unexpected reduction or loss in power braking assist may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Bmw will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on november 24, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-525-7417.

2005 BMW 7 Series problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Engine	1
Fuel/Propulsion System	1
Power Train	1
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Air Bags	1
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 169,472 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 BMW 7 Series complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 169,472 miles · reported Oct 31, 2014

I took the car in to the dealership because the car was slow to crank. I had the battery tested and it was fine. The dealership claimed I needed a fuel pump. It was repaired. Two days later, I AM driving the 745li bmw up an inclined highway merging onto a bridge when suddenly the car started jerking, loosing power, cutting back and decelerating until it shut completely off. I was unable to crank it or even move off the highway to a safe location. The car totally stalled on the bridge. When the car was taken back to the dealership they claimed they could find nothing wrong. However a few days…

Air Bags · at 172,169 miles · reported Oct 31, 2014

Took the bmw 745li in to the dealership for slow to start cranking and second opinion. Also wanted the dealership to review airbag light and dsc. Upon review by the dealership, all four door tags and szl (Comfort access) is causing battery drain and must be replaced. Also was quoted that the cluster needed to be replaced and a fuel line leak is present. After speaking with a manager, it was decided that they were not sure if the door tags and szl would assist with clearing the slow crank. I opted the service from that dealer and decided to pick up the vehicle. After driving about 5 miles, I…

Engine · at 99,500 miles · reported Jan 10, 2013

The contact owns a 2005 bmw 7 series. The contact stated that he was unable to pass emissions because the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the intake valves on the auxiliary pump leaked oil into the manifold and caused the vehicle to release smoke and emissions. The failure mileage was 99,500 and the current mileage was 101,100.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 107,800 miles · reported May 25, 2011

Bmw na submitted to NHTSA a notice that under certain circumstances there may be a power braking loss due to a leaking vacuum pump. Bmw na has not instituted a consistent recall policy across its dealerships related to this recall. Dealerships are left to their devices in covering the recall work with some dealerships replacing vacuum pumps, and others charging owners for the replacement. Our 745 experienced the bare minimum of recall work in december 2010, but the leaking vacuum pump was not replaced, nor were we notified that it was leaking by the dealership. 5 months later vehicle was being…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 BMW 7 Series have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 BMW 7 Series: 10V-446 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 BMW 7 Series?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (1 reports), followed by engine (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 169,472 miles.

Are BMW recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.