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2008 BMW 7 Series recalls and problems

The 2008 BMW 7 Series has 1 safety recall and 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
11
Crashes / fires
2 / 1
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2008 BMW 7 Series vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 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.

2008 BMW 7 Series problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Air Bags5
Structure2
Equipment1
Wheels1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Latches/Locks/Linkages1
Exterior Lighting1
Tires1
Seats1
Seat Belts1
Power Train1

Most reported parts

  • Air Bags › Side/Window — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1
  • Structure › Body › Door — 1
  • Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module — 1
  • Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 91,000 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 2008 BMW 7 Series complaints

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

Air Bags · at 185,500 miles · reported Dec 4, 2018
Getting error "fault in pass.-restraint system affecting airbag, belt tensioner or belt-force limiter. Fasten and continue to wear belts. Please contact the nearest bmw center." it seems to be a common problem fixed on 06 07 bmw 750li by recall what makes 08 different?
Power Train · at 185,000 miles · reported Jul 25, 2018
When driving the vehicle on a upward incline the vehicle would hesitate to accelerate and the transmission fault light would come on. I would stop the vehicle and restart the engine. It would only happen and I started to drive on a upward incline. Now the vehicle transmission default light remains on.
Air Bags · at 91,000 miles · reported Jun 19, 2014
The very same issue that bmw has recalled their 2006 - 2007 7 series is affecting my 2008 7 series and bmw is refusing the fix the issue. Http://brandilawblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/12/bmw-recall.pdf the front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if and how the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure. Consequence: should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bags would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury. Nhtsa campaign number: 13v-564 components: air…
Structure · at 82,000 miles · reported Apr 29, 2014
I previously filed a complaint with the NHTSA approximately 1 week ago to report that the driver's side door on my vehicle suddenly stopped latching closed. I took the vehicle to an authorized bmw center in princeton nj to have this issue diagnosed and resolved. They replaced the door lock actuator and the door latched closed as it should for about a week. 1 week later (Today) the same door latch exhibited the same problem, only this time it became unlatched while I was driving on a local road. The doors were locked prior to the driver side open swinging open and proceeding to unlock. This…
Structure · at 65,470 miles · reported Jun 9, 2013
Door open light comes on while driving after hitting bumps even while locked .door will not close and latch after stopping to fuel or other stops. Have to hold closed by hand to get home. The car was just purchased the day the first incident happened . Since then 3 times it has failed to latch . It does have comfort access and soft close doors . The comfort access has not worked since I got the car.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 BMW 7 Series have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 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 2008 BMW 7 Series?

Owners report air bags problems most often (5 reports), followed by structure (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 91,000 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.