2003 BMW 745I Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 1about this part
- Share
- 3%of 32 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 45,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2003 BMW 745I, 3% of the 32 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 45,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 2003 Bmw 745I. The contact stated he was unable to access the trunk lid when using the remote or when manually attempting to open. In addition, the rear driver's side door would not close securely without exerting force. Also, the headlamp lenses illuminated dimly whenever activated at night, distorting the contact's vision of the roadway. The headlamp lenses were repaired by a dealer but the problem recurred. The vehicle was not repaired for the defects. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000. …”
NHTSA complaint #10514093, filed 2013-05, 45,000 milesLatches, locks and linkages: other model years
Other parts of the 2003 BMW 745I
9 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsInterior lighting
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 BMW 745I
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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