Most common 2009 BMW 7 Series problems
Share of the 9 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
BMW 7 Series complaints by model year
Best 7 Series years: 2010, 2003. Years to avoid: 2004, 2006. Compare all years →
2009 BMW 7 Series recalls (2)
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Other fuel types › Turbo/supercharger
BMW is recalling certain model year 2011 5-series, model year 2010-2011 5-series gran turismo, model year 2009-2011 7-series, model year 2010-2011 x5 sav, and model year 2008-2011 x6 sav vehicles equipped with 8- or 12-cylinder, turbocharged, engines because the circuit board for the electric auxiliary water pump can overheat.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump free of charge. The safety recall began on December 19, 2011. Owners May contact BMW customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.
Equipment › Other › Labels
BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 7-series and model year 2010 550i grand turismo vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners and authorized BMW dealers will replace the tire label free of charge. The safety recall began on April 16, 2010. Owners May contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
What 2009 BMW 7 Series owners say
Engine & cooling
My vehicle began stalling while stopped at traffic lights approximately once a week about 3 months ago. The vehicle would not restart until after sitting for at least 1 hour and would restart and run as if nothing happened. I had my mechanic inspect the vehicle and there were no codes to indicate the problem so he changed the low pressure fuel pump. The problem continued 1 week after pump replacement. My mechanic suggested I take the vehicle to a BMW dealership for inspection. I took the vehicle to BMW global imports in atlanta. Their mechanic suggested I change the battery and spark plugs. The rep said there were a lot of low voltage errors which May have caused the stalling. The vehicle never ran rough and and would always start except after stalling. So I changed the battery and the vehicle began stalling 1 hour after installation and the problem became more frequent. …
09 BMW 750li suddenly slowed down on the highway after a dsc malfunction/ transmition malfunction light came on. Vehicle just received the n63 recall service. This is vary dangerous. The vehicle would not accelerate at all. Vehicle was traveling around 70 miles per hour before it started shaking and slowing down in fast moving traffic.
Transmission & drivetrain
My vehicle began stalling while stopped at traffic lights approximately once a week about 3 months ago. The vehicle would not restart until after sitting for at least 1 hour and would restart and run as if nothing happened. I had my mechanic inspect the vehicle and there were no codes to indicate the problem so he changed the low pressure fuel pump. The problem continued 1 week after pump replacement. My mechanic suggested I take the vehicle to a BMW dealership for inspection. I took the vehicle to BMW global imports in atlanta. Their mechanic suggested I change the battery and spark plugs. The rep said there were a lot of low voltage errors which May have caused the stalling. The vehicle never ran rough and and would always start except after stalling. So I changed the battery and the vehicle began stalling 1 hour after installation and the problem became more frequent. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 BMW 750i. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for a service campaign (b001314 - n63), but there was no permanent remedy for the condition. The vehicle was also taken to an independent mechanic for further inspection and diagnostic testing. Months later, while driving at an unknown speed, the warning light flashed for a drivetrain malfunction, the vehicle drastically reduced speed and stalled. The vehicle was not able to be driven and was towed to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was not available.
2009 BMW 7 Series engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | RWD | 15 / 22 / 17 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2009 BMW 7 Series a good car?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2009 7 Series rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the 7 Series at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 BMW 7 Series?
The engine & cooling — 3 complaints, 33% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (3) and body & structure (2).
How many recalls does the 2009 BMW 7 Series have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2009 BMW 7 Series, the most recent from October 20, 2011 (turbo/supercharger). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the BMW 7 Series?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2010 and 2003. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2004 and 2006. See the full BMW 7 Series years comparison.
At what mileage do 2009 BMW 7 Series problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 75,000 miles; 38% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.