The 2005 BMW 7 Series has 2 recalls of equal severity, with the brake system concern being the more consequential: a check valve in the brake vacuum pump can leak oil into the brake booster over time, potentially reducing power-assisted braking and, in extreme cases, causing a complete loss of brake assist.
The other recall affects vehicles equipped with the Comfort Access or Soft Close Automatic door latching systems, where doors that appear fully closed can unlatch while driving, raising the risk of injury to anyone seated next to an affected door.
At a glance
What can fail
The door latch mechanism may fail to engage fully on vehicles with Comfort Access. Doors appearing closed could open while driving, risking injury to occupants or property damage.
What the fix does
Dealers will remove and service the door lock cams and reprogram the Comfort Access system.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
A check valve in the brake vacuum pump may leak small amounts of lubricating oil. Over time, this oil can contaminate the brake booster.
What the fix does
Dealers will repair the vehicle at no charge by repairing or replacing the affected brake vacuum pump component.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
