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2003 BMW 745I recalls

Every NHTSA recall campaign that covers the 2003 BMW 745I, newest first.

2 recalls on record for the 2003 BMW 745I. The most recent was on Aug. 26, 2003. Owners also sent NHTSA 32 complaints (since 1995).

Most often about: engine and engine cooling (2). A recall applies only to the vehicles in it: check your VIN with BMW or NHTSA to see whether yours is included and still needs the repair.

Owner complaints to NHTSA

32 complaints about the 2003 BMW 745I were sent to NHTSA since 1995; 8 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 injury.

Power Train9
Air Bags4
Electrical System4
Engine4
Seat Belts3
Service Brakes3

The car smokes from exhaust system when you pull off from red light, driveways, or whenever you excel in the car. I was told its a engine valve problem that BMW is aware of in the 7 series. This car cost to much for…
Nov. 3, 2018 · Engine

Following error when driving vehicle: "fault in pass-restraint system affecting airbag, belt tensioner or belt-force limiter. Fasten and continue to wear seatbelts. Please contact the nearest BMW center" in the…
Jan. 27, 2015 · Air Bags

Complaints are owners' own reports to NHTSA; NHTSA has not confirmed them. Many complaints about one part can lead to an investigation or a recall. Read them on NHTSA.

NHTSA investigations

2 on record

Vehicle Rollaway EA12002 · opened April 10, 2012 · closed Jan. 24, 2013
Vehicle Rollaway PE11025 · opened Aug. 5, 2011 · closed April 23, 2012

An NHTSA investigation is a review of a possible safety defect. Opening one is not a finding that a defect exists; it can close with a recall or without one.

All 2003 BMW 745I recalls

Aug. 26, 2003BMW 745I, 745LI, 760LI: Engine and engine cooling On certain passenger Vehicles, The Engine Oil Filter drain plug May be insufficiently tightened. This could lead to loosening of The plug causing an…
July 1, 2003BMW 745I, 745LI: Engine and engine cooling On certain passenger Vehicles, due to a software error, a desynchronization of The valvetronic Motors for Engine banks i And II May occur. If this…