Engine complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 BMW 750li. The contact stated that fuel was leaking into the engine, which caused smoke to appear underneath the hood. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to BMW of rochester (4250 w henrietta rd, rochester, ny 14623, [phone]) and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 116,000.
My car suddenly stopped during driving in the middle of road. BMW(n63 engine) said that the crankshaft(rod bearing) of the my car had melted and attached inside. My engine was daed totally. Naver restart engine. I almost was in dead. Beacuase of suddenly stoped during driving. I really could not understand such a this breakdown. I thought this fault was also responsible for BMW.​I was driving normal, and oil maintenance also good. This is my post link (http://www.bobaedream.co.kr/view?code=import&no=647899 , http://www.bobaedream.co.kr/view?code=import&no=649156) - http://www.breaknews.com/sub_read.html?uid=486913%c2%a7ion=sc2 - https://blog.naver.com/k5936/221367637811 - http://omn.kr/1dpsq -http://news.kmib.co.kr/article/view.asp?arcid=0012680260&code=61121211&cp=nv -http://news.kmib.co.kr/article/view.asp?arcid=0012680260&code=61121211&cp=nv
The car engine was caught on fire in the parking lot. After driving from my house (about 3 miles), the car was parked in the mall. I went in the shopping mall for 10 minutes, and I went outside. My car was on fire. Fire department came, and he broke the hood to put out the fire.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 BMW 750li. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the low coolant message appeared on the instrument panel. The contact then took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and had the coolant reservoir topped off. The contact resumed driving and the warning light appeared again. Upon checking the coolant reservoir, the coolant was again topped however, the same warning light illuminated along with the drive train malfunction warning message. The contact then discovered that there was a leak coming from the auxiliary water pump. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA campaign number: 18V248000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was first towed to his residence and a few days later towed to long beach BMW (1660 e spring st, long beach, ca 90806). …
The contact owns a 2011 BMW 750LI. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked next to the house with the engine turned off for approximately one hour before suddenly smoke was present coming from under the hood of the vehicle. The contact opened the hood and discovered flames coming from the ECM wire harness. The contact used a bucket of water to extinguish the flames. The cause of the fire was not determined. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer but no diagnostic service or repairs were performed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V521000(Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced that same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 160,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 BMW 750li. The contact stated that the vehicle emitted a burning odor. In addition, the vehicle used an abnormal amount of coolant. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18V248000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. BMW of birmingham (1000 tom williams way, irondale, al) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The failure mileage was 80,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
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.
Related 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.
Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 750li years have engine problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2006 (23), 2010 (20), 2012 (15), 2011 (8) and 2007 (7) model years. Engine complaints make up 11% of all complaints for the 2006.
Is there a recall for BMW 750li engine problems?
Yes — 1 recall, including 18V-248 (engine, Apr 18, 2018). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do BMW 750li engine problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 77,000 miles; 27% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the cooling system (1 mentions), followed by the exhaust system › emission control › crankcase (pcv) (1).
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.