Most common 2010 BMW 7 Series problems
Share of the 2 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 →
2010 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.
2010 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 |
| 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 14 / 20 / 16 |
| 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 13 / 19 / 15 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2010 BMW 7 Series a good car?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 7 Series rates better than average: 65% fewer complaints than a typical year of the 7 Series at the same age. It is one of the best 7 Series years by this measure. 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 2010 BMW 7 Series?
The speed control & acceleration — 1 complaint, 50% of all complaints for this model year. Next is the transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many recalls does the 2010 BMW 7 Series have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2010 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 2010 BMW 7 Series problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 20,000 miles; 100% 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.