2007 BMW 6 Series
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2007 BMW 6 Series. Newest first.
BMW IS recalling certain model year 2004-2010 5-series, model year 2004-2010 6-series, model year 2006-2010 M5, and model year 2007-2010 M6 vehicles. the insulated bulkhead connector for the positive battery cable may have been incorrectly attached to the trunk floor panel, which can lead to a loosening of the bolt connection. as it loosens, an increase…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Overheating could lead to a fire, even while the vehicle IS not in use. as a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the battery bolt cable connection as necessary, free of charge. the safety recall began on april 30, 2012. owners may contact BMW customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Power assist braking performance could be adversely affected. in extreme cases there could be a complete loss of power assist braking. an unexpected reduction or loss in power braking assist may increase the risk of a crash.
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.
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the front passenger seat has a sensing system to detect if the seat IS occupied. this sensing IS programmed to detect if the seat IS occupied by a small adult or certain child restraint seats. placing certain child…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In some cases, the sensing system may misinterpret a properly seated small adult as one of these specific child seats, resulting in deactivation of the front passenger air bag when the air bag might be beneficial for the adult, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front passenger seat sensor. the recall began on may 21, 2007. owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Owner complaints
2 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
All new BMW cars speedometer IS in error. BMW IS admitting to this issue. please see the information letter from BMW stating and describing the problem. group 62 instruments b 62 02 96 woodcliff lake, nj product engineering may 1996 subject: maximum permissible speedometer…
All new BMW cars speedometer IS in error. BMW IS admitting to this issue. please see the information letter from BMW stating and describing the problem. group 62 instruments b 62 02 96 woodcliff lake, nj product engineering may 1996 subject: maximum permissible speedometer error models: all general information: a certain amount of "speedometer advance" IS necessary to compensate for negative tolerances in tire diameter, electronic controls, and other factors. This advance reduces the risk of the speedometer displaying a speed that IS less than the vehicle's actual speed. the amount of speedometer advance can be calculated by inputting a frequency (using the dis tester, "kombi test schedule") that corresponds to a given speed and noting the speed that IS indicated by the speedometer. The maximum permitted speedometer advance IS 10% of the actual (input) speed plus 2.4 mph. example: actual speed = 50 mph 50 mph x 10% = 5 mph; 5 mph + 2.4 mph = 7.4 mph therefore, the permissible displayed speed IS 50 to 57.4 mph. (note: the displayed speed must never be less than the actual speed). no repairs should be attempted if the speedometer advance IS within 10% + 2.4 mph. note: the amount of speedometer advance has no effect on recording of accumulated mileage in the odometer display. The odometer records total mileage digitally and does not incorporate any "advance" tolerances. warranty status: information only. *jb
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling
The 2007 BMW 328xi coupe's "service engine soon" light comes on all the time, and the electronic engine oil dipstick (no manual dipstick in this car) often reports an incorrect reading of "add engine oil". These problems are dangerous as the engine service light can indicate any of a wealth of…
The 2007 BMW 328xi coupe's "service engine soon" light comes on all the time, and the electronic engine oil dipstick (no manual dipstick in this car) often reports an incorrect reading of "add engine oil". These problems are dangerous as the engine service light can indicate any of a wealth of dangerous faults, and adding engine oil when the engine IS full can create a hazard of splashing and/or burning of the skin. It seems that the engine oil IS almost always full despite the warning. Nevertheless it IS reasonable for an owner to wrongfully add oil and thereby injure himself as the manufacturer's specifications indicate that one quart of oil may need to be added every 750 miles. My conversations with BMW owners in similar positions indicate that this problem IS not isolated but rather IS an epidemic. When the car IS brought into the BMW service department all they do IS change the oil and reset the "service engine soon" light. I have been told by the BMW technician that BMW IS aware of these problems in this model, but that the service department IS only authorized to take these measures and not make any repairs. The same exact problem(s) reappear in part or in whole a few days later. This recurrence IS also not an isolated circumstance, but rather borne by many owners of this particular model. Not only does this defect render the vehicle dangerous, it also severely limits the consumer's (myself included) use. *nm
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10249437The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- 10249027The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle discharged battery complaints.
- 10182619Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle "discharged battery" complaints. In order to properly repair the vehicle the first time in the workshop, it is very important that the diagnostic test plans are performed to completion, with all results taken into consideration. Without performing the energy diagnosis test plan, the root cause of the discharged battery cannot be identified. This increases the chances of a repeat repair.
- 10052012BMW: battery has an increased demand due to developemental process of the electrical system. This IS causing the batter to need to undergo an energy diagnosis.
- 10045283BMW: experiencing loss of engine power, service engine soon lamp IS illuminated, a noise, like rattling, coming from engine compartment. Updated 10/31/12. Models 2010 E70, 71, 82, 88, 90, 92, 93, F07, 10, 12, 13, 25. Updated 1/18/13. Updated 4/18/2013. Updated 05/13/2013 updated 5/19/15.
- 10045282BMW: while driving vehicle, at times would be rough running; white or blue smoke seen exiting exhaust system and the engine oil IS consumed above specifications. Updated 1/11/13.
- 10043744BMW: information regarding enhanced technical support process for root causes of steering systems weaknesses.
- 10040853BMW: a grinding noise IS coming from the differential during slow cornering. When turning a slip/stick effect IS created on the lining and steel discs incorporated in the differential clutch causes a grinding noise.
- 10040045BMW: a new technical support process has been created regarding transmission concerns.
- 10038217BMW: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles. Updated on 4/24/2013.
- 10037025BMW: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty.
- 10035009BMW vehicle: teileclearing for diagnostic module tank leakage (dmtl) system. Teileclearing process has been developed to help identify the root causes of customer complaints relating to the dmtl system (e.g., evaporative system leaks, check filler cap message, etc.). This process can help expedite the defect eradication process, once the root cause been determined. No model years listed. Updated 8/3/11. Updated 8/10/11. Updated 4/24/12.
- 10033130BMW vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. Where it IS necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel level sensor due to a failure, the entire pump and housing or delivery unit (suction jet assembly) do not need to be replaced as well. In some cases, epc does not show that the repair kit IS available separately in the illustration, but it IS available in the parts description. All models. No model years listed.
- 10032988BMW: tire warning light illuminated due to low ambient temperature. Model E90, E91(3 series);e92, E92 (3 series); E60 (5 series); E60 (M5); E63, E64 (6 series); E63, E64 (M6); E65, E66 (7 series); E70 (X5); E83 (X3); and E85, E86 (Z4).
- 10032849BMW vehicle: dsc disabling function. Due to revised dme, dsc and ccc software, the mdm (m dynamic mode) button located in the center console switch cluster (szm) now has triple functionality-default state-dsc on; short press-mdm on (green mdm indicator displayed in the cluster); press and hold-dsc off (yellow dsc indicator displayed in the cluster; message appears in the control display). No model years listed.
- 10032827BMW vehicles: dsc disabling function. Dsc off function has been implemented in M5 and M6 vehicles equipped with the optional 6 speed manual transmissions. No model years listed.
- 10032825BMW vehicle: sport transmission paddle shifters inoperative-diagnosis. The direct communication input line between the paddle shifters and the egs transmission control module IS interrupted. No model years listed.
- 10032781BMW vehicle: driveability complaints due to cooling fan relay failure. The customer may complain of intermittent driveability problems, described as-engine IS lacking power when accelerating uphill; transmission will not upshift under heavy acceleration; distinct hesitation when accelerating from 30-45mph. No model years listed.
- 10032780BMW vehicle: service engine soon light illuminated: s85-various vanos related faults stored. (E60 (5series), E63 & E64 (6series). No model years listed.
- 10029684BMW: service engine soon lamp or the check gas cap warnings are illuminated while driving. When diagnosed, the dme has stored faults for small leak, micro leak, super fine leak, or large leak in relation to the tank ventilation or evaporative system updated 10/27/09.
- 10029426BMW: one or a combination of the following situations may exist: intermittent harsh 4-3, 3-2 or 2-1 downshift (jolt) when coming to a stop with light brake application; jolts and/or jerks felt when reaccelerating after coasting; and judder when gently accelerating (most noticeable at an engine speed below 2,000 rpm). E60(550ia); E63, 64 (650I). Updated 6/8/11. Updated 9/30/11.
- 10028770BMW: the convertible top stowage compartment has 4 drains to allow water to exit. These drains, over time, may become blocked by leaves and debris and cause an overflow into the trunk and damage electronic components.
- 10028368BMW: adaptive headlights intermittently inoperative. Headlamps work normally; only the adaptive cornering feature where the headlamps rotate in association with the steering angle IS affected. Models E60, E61, E63 & E64.
- 10026944BMW: voluntary emission recall 08e-a02: M5 and M6 (5 & 6 series) with S85 obd communication. Software error in the dme control module may cause communication incompatibility with certain generic obd scanner tools.
- 10026206BMW: diagnostic for gws faults - drive position d cannot be engaged. After the engine has started or during parking maneuvers, the drive position d cannot be engaged using the gws (gear selector switch). Updated 8/16/11.
- 10025983BMW: headlamp moisture: fault diagnostics. Water or condensation in one or both headlamps. Models 5 series, 6 series, 7 series, X5, X6, 1 series, and 3 series. Model years 2000-20008.
- 10025581Water ingress at the doors: symptom diagnosis. Model vehicle E64 (6 series convertible). Model years unknown.
- 10025570Dsc/dxc warning lamp, fault code 5EBA. Vehicles produced from may 31, 2007 to june 25, 2007.
- 10025442Drive positi0n d cannot be engaged. Vehicles produced february 25, 2007 to june 27, 2007. Vehicles produced 2/28/07 to 04/16/08. Updated 10/07/08.
Every BMW 6 Series model year
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