Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 8 | typical | — | Engine | Average |
| 2013 | 7 | typical | 1 | Transmission | Average |
| 2012 | 9 | typical | 1 | Engine | Average |
| 2011 | 6 | −18% | 1 | Transmission | Average |
| 2010 | 10 | 1.4× | 1 | Engine | Average |
| 2009 | 7 | −53% | 1 | Engine | Average |
| 2008 | 17 | typical | 2 | Door Lock & Latch | Average |
| 2007 | 34 | 3.3× | 4 | Airbag | Caution |
| 2006 | 57 | 3.8× | 4 | Transmission | Avoid |
* Complaints compared with the median 750i year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common BMW 750i problems
Latest BMW 750i recalls
Engine and engine cooling › Engine
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time.
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.
Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2005-2008 745i, 745Li, 750i, 750Li, 760i, 760Li, and B7 Alpina vehicles equipped with both the Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options. In these vehicles, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the door latch system, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Air bags › Sensor › Occupant classification
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year 2006-2007 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i sedans and 530xi sports wagons, model year 2006 760i sedans, model…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will repair the occupant…
Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 7-Series vehicles, equipped with both Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through September 3, 2007. Due to a software problem, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners and dealers will update software. The recall began on December 12, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the BMW 750i should you avoid?
2006 and 2007 — these years have the most complaints relative to other 750i years at the same age, led by transmission & drivetrain problems in the 2006.
What is the best year for the BMW 750i?
2009 has the fewest complaints compared with other 750i years at the same age, followed by 2011. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common BMW 750i problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the transmission & drivetrain (46), engine & cooling (32) and air bags (26). Transmission complaints peak in the 2006 model year.
How many recalls has the BMW 750i had?
6 recalls across 2006–2016. The model year with the most is 2006. See all BMW 750i recalls by year.
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.