Most common 2013 BMW 740li problems
Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
BMW 740li complaints by model year
Best 740li years: 2020, 2012. Compare all years →
2013 BMW 740li recalls (1)
Exterior lighting
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li and 750Lxi and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have received incorrect replacement left rear taillight assemblies.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect left rear taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2017.
2013 BMW 740li engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 19 / 28 / 22 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 BMW 740li a good car?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 740li rates average: 1.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the 740li 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 2013 BMW 740li?
The air bags — 1 complaint, 14% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the locks & latches (1) and fuel & propulsion system (1).
How many recalls does the 2013 BMW 740li have?
There is 1 recall for the 2013 BMW 740li, the most recent from June 14, 2017 (exterior lighting). 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 740li?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2020 and 2012. See the full BMW 740li years comparison.
At what mileage do 2013 BMW 740li problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 32,000 miles; 71% 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.