Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #12V504000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V504000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting 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 Includes 7,485 affected units, Doors May Not Fully Latch, component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

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

Defect 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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V504000
Report Received Date: 2012-10-17T00:00:00
Subject: Doors may not fully latch
Component: Latches/locks/linkages
Potentially Affected Units: 7,485

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect 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 Summary: 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.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-izgx~z4d2-2hsy
NHTSA ID: 12V504000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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