Recall 17V-379: 2013–2015 BMW 740i, 2013–2015 BMW 740LI and 6 more

BMW of North America, LLC recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Jun 14, 2017, covering about 92 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-379
Report date
Jun 14, 2017
Vehicles affected
92
Owners notified
Aug 11, 2017

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li and 750Lxi and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have received incorrect replacement left rear taillight assemblies. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

Vehicles with the incorrect left rear lamp assemblies may be less conspicuous to other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect left rear taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes

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

Recall details

ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
ComponentExterior Lighting
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V379000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
BMW 740i2013, 2014, 2015All years
BMW 740LI2013, 2014, 2015All years
BMW 740LXI2013, 2014, 2015All years
BMW 750i2013, 2014, 2015All years
BMW 750LI2013, 2014, 2015All years
BMW 750LXI2013, 2014, 2015All years
BMW 750xi2013, 2014, 2015All years
BMW Active Hybrid 72014All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 17V-379?

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li and 750Lxi and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have received incorrect replacement left rear taillight assemblies. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

How is recall 17V-379 fixed?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect left rear taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.