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Campaign 17V379 Posted June 14, 2017 92 units

2013-2015 BMW 7 Series Recall 17V379: Taillight Assembly

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 25, 2026

Recall 17V379 covers 92 2013-2015 BMW 7 Series vehicles with incorrect left rear taillights. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.

BMW is recalling 92 2013-2015 740I, 750I, and Activehybrid 7 vehicles because some received the wrong replacement left rear taillight assembly. The wrong lamp makes the vehicle less visible to other drivers and raises crash risk; BMW dealers will inspect and replace incorrect assemblies free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The left rear taillight assembly on the 2013-2015 BMW 750I, Activehybrid 7, 740LXI, 740I, 750LXI, 750LI, 740LI, and 750XI is the rear lamp unit on the driver's side. It holds the rear lighting and a reflex reflector, a passive reflector that sends another vehicle's headlights back toward the driver even when your BMW is parked or the lamps are off.

The problem is not wear from normal driving. During a dealer service visit, an affected BMW received an incorrect replacement left rear lamp assembly. That replacement assembly was built without the required reflex reflector, so the rear of the vehicle lacks part of the exterior-lighting equipment it was designed to carry.

There is no warning sign before failure. The lights can still appear to work, and the missing reflector is easy to overlook unless the lamp assembly is inspected or compared with the correct part.

Who's affected?

Spans 8 model variants across 2013-2015, all tied to exterior lighting.

2015 BMW 750I Exterior lighting
2014 BMW Activehybrid 7 Exterior lighting
2014 BMW 740LXI Exterior lighting
2015 BMW 740LXI Exterior lighting
2013 BMW 740I Exterior lighting
Units affected92
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged no field incidents to date.

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.

What's the safety risk?

Incorrect left rear lamp assemblies make the vehicle less conspicuous to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash. Watch for lighting that looks different from the opposite side, then schedule the inspection and replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2015 BMW 750I, Activehybrid 7, 740LXI, 740I, 750LXI, 750LI, 740LI, or 750XI is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the free inspection and left rear taillight assembly replacement if the wrong assembly is installed.
  3. Bring the recall notice if BMW mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V379 when you call.
  4. Use extra care at night or in low visibility until the taillight assembly is inspected and repaired.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a BMW technician inspects the left rear taillight assembly and replaces it if the vehicle received the incorrect part. The recall repair is free, and BMW covers the replacement parts and labor. BMW's standard reimbursement plan covers documented out-of-pocket repairs related to this taillight issue. Keep any repair invoices or payment records and ask BMW customer service or the dealer how to submit documented expenses.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

June 14, 2017 NHTSA published the recall
June 14, 2017 Dealer notification began
August 7, 2017 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
August 11, 2017 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 17V379?

NHTSA campaign 17V379 covers 92 2013-2015 BMW 740I, 740LI, 740LXI, 750I, 750XI, 750LI, 750LXI, and Activehybrid 7 vehicles that received the wrong left rear taillight assembly. BMW dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace the taillight if needed for free.

What should I do if my 2013-2015 BMW 750I, Activehybrid 7, 740LXI, 740I, 750LXI, 750LI, 740LI, or 750XI is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific BMW is included in recall 17V379. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the left rear taillight inspection. Reference recall number 17V379 when you call. BMW customer service is listed at 1-800-525-7417.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and BMW's remedy says dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any incorrect left rear taillight assembly free of charge.

What is the safety risk?

NHTSA campaign 17V379 says the incorrect left rear lamp assembly can make the vehicle less visible to other drivers, increasing crash risk. The dealer repair addresses that risk by inspecting the left rear taillight and replacing the wrong assembly for free.

What if I bought my BMW used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific BMW is included, then contact a franchised BMW dealer and reference recall number 17V379 when you schedule service.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V379000
BMW customer service1-800-525-7417
NHTSA recall #17V379
NHTSA recall # (full)17V379000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →