Does the 2006 BMW 7 Series have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 BMW 7 Series, the most recent reported on October 1, 2010 (Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 BMW 7 Series?

Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (7 complaints), followed by power train (7).

How many 2006 BMW 7 Series complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 29 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2006 BMW 7 Series recalls and problems

2 recalls and 29 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2006 BMW 7 Series.

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complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2006 BMW 7 Series recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum

NHTSA campaign 10V446000 · reported October 1, 2010 · BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC · 198,352 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The 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.
The fix: 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.

Suspension: rear, shock absorber

NHTSA campaign 06V277000 · reported July 26, 2006 · BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC · 11,640 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the lower rubber mount of the rear shock absorbers may not have been manufactured to specifications and may not adhere correctly to its housing within the shock absorber.
The risk: The bushing could loosen and over time could separate from its housing. The driver will experience impaired vehicle handling and control increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rear shock absorber free of charge. The recall began on september 13, 2006. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Air bags7
Power train7
Engine and engine cooling4
Electrical system3
Engine3
Service brakes, hydraulic3
Fuel/propulsion system2
Seats2
Service brakes2
Electronic stability control (ESC)1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 24, 2019 · Engine · 10,200 miles
DOORS DONT ALWAYS LATCH AND A PERSON WAS THROWN FROM CAR, HAVE CALLED DEALER SHIP AND THEY SAID NO RECALL BUT MY CAR IS DOING IT AND THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM , I NEED MY CAR ADDED TO RECALL LIST ASAP

Mar 18, 2019 · Engine · 85,000 miles
BLOWS OUT WHILE/BLUISH SMOKE, SHIFTS INTO PARK WHEN IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, WON'T GO FORWARD. TRANSMISSION FAULT LIGHT ON. I HAVE TO CONSTANTLY PUT OIL IN IT. THERE IS NO REASON WHY I SHOULD BE HAVING ALL THESE PROBLEMS, I SEE THAT MILLIONS OF PEOPLE THAT HAVE OR PURCHASED THIS SAME CAR HAVE THE SAME PROBLEMS. I TRULY…

Aug 30, 2018 · Service brakes · 106,781 miles
BRAKES HAVE NO POWER ALMOST HAD ACCIDENT RECALL #10V446000 WAS IN FREEWAY ALL SUDDEN LOST BRAKES LOOK ON LINE THIS WHAT I FOUND CALL MANUFACTURE DEALER THEY DENIED SERVICE

May 18, 2017 · Air bags
I PURCHASED THE CAR FROM A DEALER IN VIRGINIA. MAYBE A FEW WEEKS LATER THE AIRBAG WAARNING LIGHT CAME N THE SCREEN. I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DRIVE IT BECASUE WHEN I WENT TO TAKE IT TO GET LOOKED AT BY A BMW REPAIR PERSON TOLD ME THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THAT SAME ISSUE AND THE DEALER SHOULD NOT HAVE SOLD ME THE CAR…

Apr 2, 2017 · Air bags · 103,000 miles
TAKATA RECALL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ISSUES, CAR WAS STATIONARY

7 Series model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2003	2	8	0	0
2004	4	28	0	1
2005	1	4	1	0
2006	2	29	0	0
2007	1	13	0	0
2008	1	11	2	1
2009	2	9	0	1

Across all years, the 2006 7 Series has the most complaints (29). All BMW 7 Series years →

Questions

Does the 2006 BMW 7 Series have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 BMW 7 Series, the most recent reported on October 1, 2010 (Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 BMW 7 Series?: Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (7 complaints), followed by power train (7).
How many 2006 BMW 7 Series complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 29 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 24, 2019.