2007 BMW 7 Series: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 13 owner complaints on record; most reports concern air bags.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Aug 2012
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Air bag warning indicator illuminated. Warning states fault in passenger restraint system affecting the airbag, belt tensioner or belt-force limiter this warning illuminated upon starting the vehicle on 9/30/2018. There was no one sitting the in passenger seat and there have been no collisions.”Owner report · Air Bags · Sep 2018
“2007 bmw 7 series. Consumer writes in regards to door latch safety recall. *ld the consumer stated the door opened while driving and the driver almost fell out. The door had to be held while driving, as to keep it from opening again. Updated 10/24/2017*js”Owner report · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Jul 2017
“Received this fault - '"driver restraint system fault." belt tensioner or belt force limiter fault.' the mat seat sensor seems to have prematurely worn out. Just like the passenger side mat that was recalled”Owner report · Seats · Dec 2015
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“System airbag failure light came on inside the car when I was driving and remained on. Message stated that I needed to take it to the nearest bmw dealership. I took the car to my mechanic who diagnosed the problem being the front seat occupant mat and was told by my mechanic that this has been a big problem with bmw and certain models of there cars and I should check into a possible recall in this.”Owner report · Air Bags · Jul 2015
“Drivers side front door failed to close or latch. The door had to be 'zip tied' to rear driver side door to get the vehicle home. I took the vehicle into the dealership for diagnosis and was told that the issue was due to a faulty door lock actuator for my vehicle which has comfort access and soft close doors. I find this to be a serious safety issue if the actuator fails that the door cannot be closed at all.”Owner report · Electrical System · Oct 2014
“Drivers side front airbag seat mat sensor. Fault for driver side seat mat sensor. The passenger side seat mat sensor has been replaced under recall for the vehicle. However, the drivers side still has the error and I would like to know why the driver side seat mat sensor is not also covered under the recall for the passenger side seat mat sensor. *tr”Owner report · Air Bags · Aug 2014
“The right/passenger front door does not stay shut. It will not lock, it will not latch. It appears that the actuator is defective this is a safety issue and should be addressed by bmw and not a cost to the consumer. *tr”Owner report · Structure · May 2014
“Trouble filling gas tank, very very slow fill with multiple overflow including gas spillage. Gas attendant stated that this is a real safety hazard. *tr”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Jan 2012
“A huge bang/clunk which feels like another car rear ended the vehicle. Very freighting that causes driver panic! This has occurred multiple time over the past years. Dealer reports nothing can be found wrong. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Aug 2009
Recalls - 2 campaigns
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.
Remedy: 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.
This recall involves aftermarket parts sold by Valeo. Valeo is recalling certain engine cooling fans, part numbers 696121, 696273, and 696275, used as service replacement parts for model year 2008-2011 BMW 1-Series, 2006-2011 BMW 3-Series, 2000-2009 BMW 5-Series, 2004-2005 BMW 6-Series, and 2006-2007 BMW 7-Series vehicles. A metal-oxide semiconductor may overheat due to insufficient screwing of the semiconductor on the aluminum heat sink. This primary failure could cause adjacent components on the fan assembly motor circuit board to overheat and short.
Remedy: Valeo will notify owners and replace the fans free of charge. The safety recall began on August 22, 2012. This recall is being conducted by Valeo, not by BMW. For further information, owners may contact Valeo at 1-888-718-2536.
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Is the 2007 BMW 7 Series reliable?
NHTSA has 13 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2007 BMW 7 Series. The most complained-about area is air bags.
Does the 2007 BMW 7 Series have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.