Most common 2001 BMW 750il problems
Share of the 4 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
BMW 750il complaints by model year
Best 750il years: 1996, 1997. Compare all years →
2001 BMW 750il recalls (3)
Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Fan
On certain passenger vehicles, the engine auxiliary/cooling fan operation, including variable speed, is electronically controlled. Failure of the fan motor can cause the electrical circuitry of the fan control unit to overload and fail, causing the fan to stop operating.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fan. Owner notification began September 28, 2001. This is a supplement to a recall that began during September 2001 (see recall campaign 01V206).
Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Fan
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The engine auxiliary/cooling fan operation, including variable speed, is electronically controlled. Failure of the fan motor can cause the electrical circuitry of the fan control unit to overload and fail, causing the fan to stop operating.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fan. Owner notification began September 28, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable…
Tires › Sidewall
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 18-inch tires. (18-inch tires are standard equipment on the m5 and optional equipment on the 7-series models). The machine used to mount and inflate the tires on the wheels at the assembly plant May have damaged the sidewall of one or more tires.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the tires and if damage from the mounting machine is found, the tire will be replaced. Owner notification began March 10, 2001.
2001 BMW 750il engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.4L 12-cyl | 5-speed automatic | RWD | 12 / 18 / 14 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2001 BMW 750il a good car?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2001 750il rates few complaints: about as many complaints as a typical year of the 750il 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 2001 BMW 750il?
The engine & cooling — 2 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year, most often about cooling system. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (2) and electrical system (1).
How many recalls does the 2001 BMW 750il have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2001 BMW 750il, the most recent from May 16, 2002 (fan). 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 750il?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1996 and 1997. See the full BMW 750il years comparison.
At what mileage do 2001 BMW 750il problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 114,000 miles; 0% 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.