Bmw 740LI problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
32 owner complaints analyzed
9 distinct recall campaigns
58,500 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2011 to 2022 model years. Data snapshot: . 24 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Electrical System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 7 of 32 complaints (21.9%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission and shifting | 3 | 9.4% |
| Fuel system concerns | 3 | 9.4% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 2 | 6.3% |
| Braking behavior | 1 | 3.1% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 3.1% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Engine | 7 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
Electrical System: 7; Engine: 7; Power Train: 6; Air Bags: 4; Fuel/Propulsion System: 4; Unknown Or Other: 4; Wheels: 2; Electronic Stability Control (Esc): 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 5 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 5 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 7 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 1 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 5 |
| 150,000 and above | 1 |
Under 25,000: 5; 25,000 to 49,999: 5; 50,000 to 74,999: 7; 75,000 to 99,999: 1; 100,000 to 149,999: 5; 150,000 and above: 1
50,000 to 74,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (7). 8 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 4 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 2 |
2013: 1; 2014: 2; 2015: 2; 2016: 2; 2017: 5; 2018: 3; 2019: 3; 2020: 4; 2021: 1; 2022: 4; 2024: 1; 2025: 2; 2026: 2
Pattern summary
Electrical System leads the component reports. Transmission and shifting appears in 3 complaint narratives. Fuel system concerns appears in 3 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 2 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10983034 · 2017-05-02 (May 2, 2017)
PURCHASED THE CAR IN JANUARY 2012 FROM BMW CONCORD AS A LEASED VEHICLE. MILEAGE WAS 12,000 WHEN PURCHASED. IN APRIL 2017, TRANSMISSION FAILURE NOTICE CAME ON AND CAR WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO REVERSE. WE TOOK THE CAR TO THE BMW DEALERSHIP IN CONCORD. SERVICE CENTER SAID TRANSMISSION HAD COMPLETELY FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. SERVICE CENTER SAID HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP HAD ALSO FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. SERVICE ANALYST SAID IT WAS UNUSUAL FOR A CAR WITH THIS MILEAGE TO SEE THIS KIND OF FAILURE BUT HE HAD SEEN IT BEFORE.
Owner-reported narrative. 84,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10983034 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11574769 · 2024-02-29 (February 29, 2024)
The contact owns a 2011 BMW 740LI. The contact stated that the transmission failed to shift into park (P) and inadvertently shifted into neutral (N). The contact applied the parking brake while the transmission was shifted to neutral (N) to turn off the vehicle. The Transmission Malfunction message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the TCM needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was appro…
Owner-reported narrative. 57,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11574769 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11361440 · 2020-09-28 (September 28, 2020)
THE CAR MISFIRE DUE FAULTY INJECTOR THEY DIDN'T REPLACE THE FAULTY INJECTOR WITH THE NEW ONE
Owner-reported narrative. 110,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11361440 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11707604 · 2025-12-29 (December 29, 2025)
The contact owns a 2022 BMW 740LI. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the contact noticed an abnormal burning odor. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was unable to start the vehicle and called a tow truck. The contact stated that while the tow truck driver was attempting to start the vehicle with the hood opened, the contact noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine starter needed to be replaced. The de…
Owner-reported narrative. 70,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11707604 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11716735 · 2026-02-09 (February 9, 2026)
The contact owns a 2022 BMW 740LI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V644000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that after walking outside to the parked vehicle, the passenger’s side rear window was open. The failure occurred intermittently; however, on one occasion during the failure, all the windows and the sunroof were opened. The dealer was contac…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11716735 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10654428 · 2014-11-12 (November 12, 2014)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW 740LI. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE FUEL COMPROMISED WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF, AND THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND THE FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 7,000. UPDATED 12/30/14*CN
Owner-reported narrative. 7,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10654428 at NHTSA ↗
Recalls by model year
All campaigns in the snapshot affecting each model year, including recalls announced years later.
Recall campaigns
Shared campaigns appear once in each affected model year.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 4 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 1 |
2011: 0; 2012: 1; 2013: 1; 2014: 1; 2015: 1; 2016: 1; 2019: 1; 2020: 4; 2021: 5; 2022: 1