MYRModel Year Report

2005 BMW 745I

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2005 BMW 745I
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:53:14.894Z

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
16

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2005

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2001: 1 complaint 2001 2002: 54 complaints 2002 2003: 32 complaints 2003 2004: 24 complaints 2004 2005: 16 complaints 2005 16 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 1 complaint 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008
2001: 1 complaint 2001 2002: 54 complaints 2002 2003: 32 complaints 2003 2004: 24 complaints 2004 2005: 16 complaints 2005 16 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 1 complaint 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008
2001: 1 complaint 2001 2002: 54 complaints 2002 2003: 32 complaints 2003 2004: 24 complaints 2004 2005: 16 complaints 2005 16 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 1 complaint 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008

2005: 16 complaints

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YearComplaints
20011
200254
200332
200424
200516
20060
20071
20080

Known problem areas

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

4 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.

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Driving from work an my car just started losing power I replaced the alternator an battery an the car did the same thing.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-22

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 BMW 745I. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the engine stalled with the illumination of the entire instrument panel.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-11

Latches/locks/linkages

3 of 16 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 BMW 745I. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V328000 (Latches/locks/linkages); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-22

Air bags

3 of 16 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.

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My car was due for state inspection and I took it into richmond BMW in midlothian va. The technician called and said the airbag light was on and the sensor is bad.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-25

Service brakes

2 of 16 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

INJURY
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I have been having several electrical issues on my 2005 745I the issues I am having are all electrical and brakes, drivers side window not initiated, license plate lamp not initiated, trunk button not working on dash panel or key fob or button on...

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-30

Traction control system

1 of 16 total reports mentions: traction control system.

CRASH
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Transmission skipped, especially when coming to a stop...it was diagnosed and "Repaired" By replacing the "Mechatronics" In the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-09-13

Also filed under Power train

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2007-09-04Preliminary evaluationClosed 2008-01-04 BMW airbag light illumination
  2. I
    2008-01-04Engineering analysisClosed 2008-12-31 BMW airbag light illumination
  3. I
    2011-08-05Preliminary evaluationClosed 2012-04-23 Vehicle Rollaway
  4. I
    2012-04-10Engineering analysisClosed 2013-01-24 Vehicle Rollaway
  5. R
    2012-12-12Latches/locks/linkages12V504000 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…

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners and dealers will update software. The recall began on December 12, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

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  6. R
    2013-03-20Electrical system, power train12V502000 BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 7-Series vehicles, equipped with the Comfort Access option, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through July 24, 2008. The affected vehicles have an…

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners beginning in November 2012. The remedy became available in March 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

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  7. R
    2018-02-08Latches/locks/linkages17V328000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2005-2008 745i, 745Li, 750i, 750Li, 760i, 760Li, and B7 Alpina vehicles equipped with both the Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options.

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the door latch system, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2005 BMW 745I — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Latches/locks/linkages: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 12V504000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 12V502000 · Electrical system, power train
  • Recall 17V328000 · Latches/locks/linkages
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 BMW 745I reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 BMW 745I?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 BMW 745I have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.