Most common 2010 BMW 750i problems
Share of the 10 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
BMW 750i complaints by model year
Best 750i years: 2009, 2011. Years to avoid: 2006, 2007. Compare all years →
2010 BMW 750i recalls (1)
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.
What 2010 BMW 750i owners say
Engine & cooling
The vehicle was driven approximately 10 minutes to the grocery store, parked, we shopped, 30 minutes later, drove back home, again about 10 minutes. Backed the vehicle into my driveway and shut the vehicle off. Groceries were unloaded while my girlfriend was trying to get my 18 month daughter out of the car seat. She did, came inside and approximately 2 minutes later a neighbor slammed on my door saying that the vehicle was smoking from the engine compartment. I went outside, tried to relieve the issue with an extinguisher, this did not remedy the situation. The smoke increased, I was afraid to pop the hood due to risk of oxygen exposure to what I assumed was in active fire. 911 was called, minutes later the entire compartment was fully engulfed with flames. Fire department arrived and extinguished the fire.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 BMW 750i. While operating the vehicle, an amber colored smoke was present under the hood of the vehicle. Occasionally, the vehicle would not start immediately. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (sidrey BMW in greenvale, sc) where it was diagnosed that the electronic auxiliary water pump overheated and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 11V521000 (engine), although the failures were identical. The failure mileage was 64,000.
Transmission & drivetrain
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 BMW 750i. The contact heard an abnormal noise and the vehicle stalled. The dealer (erhard BMW of farmington hills, 38700 grand river ave, farmington hills, mi 48335, [phone]) diagnosed that the front axle shaft fractured on the driver's side. In addition, the contact later heard a noise on the front passenger side. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing and repair. The manufacturer suggested that the vehicle be taken to the dealer for repair. The approximate failure mileage was 84,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 BMW 750i. While driving at an unknown speed, the front driveshaft fractured. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the driveshaft failed. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 96,000. The VIN was not available.
2010 BMW 750i 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 2010 BMW 750i a good car?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 750i rates average: 1.4× as many complaints as a typical year of the 750i 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 2010 BMW 750i?
The engine & cooling — 4 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (3) and fuel & propulsion system (2).
How many recalls does the 2010 BMW 750i have?
There is 1 recall for the 2010 BMW 750i, the most recent from April 18, 2018 (engine). 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 750i?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2009 and 2011. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2006 and 2007. See the full BMW 750i years comparison.
At what mileage do 2010 BMW 750i problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 93,000 miles; 11% 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.