Most common 2013 BMW 750i problems
Share of the 7 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 →
2013 BMW 750i 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.
What 2013 BMW 750i owners say
Transmission & drivetrain
BMW 2013 750li drivetrain malfunction re-occurring causing rough start and while driving highway 485 vanos solenoids & valve covers have been replaced three times within 7 months on my vehicle that has 22,000 miles. My full service warranty is going to expire at the end of 2016. According to recent reports BMW is aware of this issue on the n63 engine and should have a recall on various parts. The bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (vanos) unit can loosen over time and May possibly break. The engine May have reduced power or stall. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 BMW 750i. While driving at a normal rate of speed, the drivetrain malfunction warning indicator illuminated. The contact pulled the vehicle over and noticed smoke coming from the tail pipe. As the contact attempted to restart the vehicle, it misfired. Upon starting, the vehicle would not operate at full capacity. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and emitted an excessive amount of smoke from the exhaust pipe. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and they stated that this was a widespread issue and to contact BMW for more assistance. The manufacturer had not been notified of the failure and the vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 48,000.
Fuel & propulsion system
BMW 2013 750li drivetrain malfunction re-occurring causing rough start and while driving highway 485 vanos solenoids & valve covers have been replaced three times within 7 months on my vehicle that has 22,000 miles. My full service warranty is going to expire at the end of 2016. According to recent reports BMW is aware of this issue on the n63 engine and should have a recall on various parts. The bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (vanos) unit can loosen over time and May possibly break. The engine May have reduced power or stall. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 BMW 750i. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle restarted after approximately 30 minutes. The contact stated he had experienced the failure four times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the upper fuel pump was repaired however, the failure persisted. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
2013 BMW 750i engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 17 / 24 / 19 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 BMW 750i a good car?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 750i rates average: about 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 2013 BMW 750i?
The transmission & drivetrain — 4 complaints, 57% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (3) and wheels & tires (1).
How many recalls does the 2013 BMW 750i have?
There is 1 recall for the 2013 BMW 750i, 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 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 2013 BMW 750i problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 48,000 miles; 60% 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.