Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | −50% | 3 | Wheel & Tire | Average |
| 2020 | 0 | −85% | 4 | — | Good |
| 2014 | 6 | −74% | 1 | Engine | Good |
| 2013 | 9 | −61% | 1 | Engine | Good |
| 2012 | 24 | typical | 1 | Engine | Average |
| 2011 | 25 | typical | 1 | Transmission | Average |
| 2010 | 30 | typical | 1 | Engine | Average |
| 2009 | 10 | −78% | 1 | Engine | Good |
| 2008 | 65 | 2.0× | 2 | Transmission | Avoid |
| 2007 | 77 | 2.0× | 4 | Door Lock & Latch | Avoid |
| 2006 | 216 | 6.0× | 4 | Transmission | Avoid |
* Complaints compared with the median 750li year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common BMW 750li problems
Latest BMW 750li recalls
Back over prevention › Software
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Hydraulic
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 8 Series Coupe, Grand Coupe and convertible 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8 and 740 Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750 Li xDrive, M760 Li xDrive, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xdrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, and 2019-2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Child seat › Tether › Connector/clip
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 740Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive, M760Li xDrive, and Alpina B7 vehicles. The top child seat tether anchor on the rear middle seat may not be readily accessible.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a top tether anchor cover at the rear middle seating position. Until vehicles are remedied, owners will be instructed to utilize the outboard rear seating positions which…
Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the BMW 750li should you avoid?
2006, 2007 and 2008 — these years have the most complaints relative to other 750li years at the same age, led by transmission & drivetrain problems in the 2006.
What is the best year for the BMW 750li?
2020 has the fewest complaints compared with other 750li years at the same age, followed by 2009 and 2014. 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 750li problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the transmission & drivetrain (137), engine & cooling (93) and air bags (71). Transmission complaints peak in the 2006 model year.
How many recalls has the BMW 750li had?
10 recalls across 2006–2021. The model year with the most is 2006. See all BMW 750li 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.