Recall 12V504000: Doors May Inadvertently open

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

BMW/745I 2005

BMW/745LI 2005

BMW/750I 2006-2007

BMW/750LI 2006-2007

BMW/760I 2005-2006

BMW/760LI 2005-2007

MANUFACTURER: BMW of North America, LLC.

REPORT RECEIPT DATE: October 17, 2012

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V504000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Latches/Locks/Linkages: Doors: Latch

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 7,485

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 inadvertantly open.

CONSEQUENCE:
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.

REMEDY:
BMW will notify owners and dealers will update software. The recall is expected to begin in November 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

NOTES:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.