Most common 2010 BMW 750li problems
Share of the 30 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
BMW 750li complaints by model year
Best 750li years: 2020, 2009, 2014. Years to avoid: 2006, 2007, 2008. Compare all years →
2010 BMW 750li 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 750li owners say
Engine & cooling all 20 →
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 750LI. The contact stated that upon the start of the engine, a white-colored smoke began to emit from the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the engine was leaking both oil and coolant which resulted in engine failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered partial credit towards the cost of a new engine. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 750LI. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle there was a loud backfire and the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who stated that the engine head gasket was blown. No further information was available. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 89,000.
Electrical system
Just had a new factory engine put in my 2010 BMW 750li under a class action lawsuit, in August 2019. December 2019 wife was driving car to grocery store and engine suddenly started bucking and smell of gas was overwhelming. She was in traffic at the time and could not maintain proper speed on the 50mph highway and lost total power. She nursed car into a nearby parking lot. It was snowing out and had to wait for a tow truck for an hour in freezing temperatures. Aside from the overwhelming fuel smell, almost caused accident by not being able to maintain proper speed, she was waiting in freezing temperatures for tow truck. This, I found out, is a very big problem with these cars. Its was a fuel injector that caused the issue. This is truely a safety hazard for the public. And an extremely expensive fix. …
After I diagnosed a parasitic battery draw when the car has been off overnight. I found the auxillary water pump for the intercoolers still running drawing 5 amps when the car is off. This is the same exact issue I found with the recall 18v-248 I'm quite lucky my car didn't catch on fire yet.
Transmission & drivetrain
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 BMW 750li. The contact stated that when driving at approximately 40 to 45 MPH, the contact stated that an abnormal noise was heard coming from underneath the vehicle as the vehicle driveshaft separated and caused damage to the engine oil pan. The contact stated that engine oil was leaking and smoke was seen from underneath the vehicle. The contact was able to drive the vehicle into a service area. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or independent mechanic for diagnosis. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 18V713000 (power train). The failure mileage was 108,000.
While driving on the highway at a speed of about 65 MPH my car suddenly lost power. A "drive train malfunction" warning appeared on the dash indicating that I had reduced power. My speed was quickly reduced and I had to cruise to the right lane. Unfortunately the portion of the nj garden state parkway that I was on did not have a shoulder. It just so happened that the guard rail was broken and I was able to coast off the road and place the car between the opening between the broken guard rails. I was not injured or involved in an accident, largely due to the fact that there was a break in the guard rail. After towing the car to the dealer, I was told that there is an "equipment update/customer convience upgrade" for the car that would replace the failed fuel injectors free of charge. I feel that this clearly is a safety issue that is being disguised as an equipment upgrade. …
2010 BMW 750li engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | RWD | 14 / 21 / 17 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2010 BMW 750li a good car?
Based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 750li rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the 750li 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 750li?
The engine & cooling — 20 complaints, 67% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (6) and transmission & drivetrain (5).
How many recalls does the 2010 BMW 750li have?
There is 1 recall for the 2010 BMW 750li, 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 750li?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2020, 2009 and 2014. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2006, 2007 and 2008. See the full BMW 750li years comparison.
At what mileage do 2010 BMW 750li problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 62,000 miles; 42% 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.