2006 BMW 750I: problems, recalls and reliability
4 recalls and 57 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is power train (34% of complaints); the 2008 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall May 2017
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 57 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“The contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V328000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The contact stated that the passenger's side rear door had failed to function as intended and failed to open. Additionally, the handle on the driver's side rear door intermittently failed to function as intended and required to be hit to function as intended. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to perform the recall repair because the door latch system on the vehicle was old. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.”Owner report · Structure · Jun 2024
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750i. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 17v328000 (latches/locks/linkages). The vehicle was taken to tom bush bmw jacksonville (9875 atlantic blvd, jacksonville, fl 32225) where they stated that they repaired the vehicle. After leaving the dealer, the contact noticed that the rear driver's side door would not latch and close all the way. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where they stated that the contact would have to pay out of pocket to have the door latch repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.”Owner report · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Feb 2019
“There was a recall a couple years ago regarding the parking brake actuator on my vehicle. The dealership in jacksonville, florida states they repaired it. However, I am still having the same issue now and the parking brake actuator sensor light is flashing on my dashboard. According to the description of what can happen if this is faulty and happen, I am scared for my life to drive the car.”Owner report · Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · Feb 2019
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“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750i. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle shifted gears independently, made a loud noise, and shook. The dealer had not been contacted. The manufacturer was notified and the contact was awaiting a call back. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 98,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Jun 2018
“The transmission drive fault light and engine light are coming on and the car does not want to switch gears. On some occasions park becomes neutral, also it hesitates to start. Sometimes the only gear that will work is reverse. The car was just started, in motion on the street and highway when these problems have occurred.”Owner report · Engine · May 2017
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750i. While driving 20 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The engine would rev and the transmission fault warning indicator illuminated. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and was able to be drive; however, the transmission fault indicator remained illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact mentioned that the failure began two months ago and would occur occasionally, but then became a daily occurrence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 116,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Mar 2017
“Doors will not latch I spoke with dealer he wanted me to spend$195 before he worked on my car I explain after reaching the problem and found a recall on one of the sensor s. Still refuse to repair without me spending $195.”Owner report · Structure · Feb 2017
“A warning message is informing me that the (fault in pass-restraint system affecting airbag, belt tensioner or belt force limiter) needs to be check.”Owner report · Seat Belts · Jan 2017
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750. The contact stated the vehicle would not shift into gear and the transmission warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be reprogrammed. The manufacturer was not notified of the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Oct 2016
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750i. While parking in the driveway at approximately 3 mph, the transmission warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 133,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Sep 2016
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 4 campaigns
BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 7-Series vehicles, equipped with the Comfort Access option, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through July 24, 2008. The affected vehicles have an electronic key and an electronic connection between the gear shifter and the transmission (shift-by-wire) that automatically shifts the transmission to Park when the driver presses the Start/Stop button to shutdown the engine. If the driver presses the engine Start/Stop button 2 or 3 times within a short time interval, the system may shift the transmission to Neutral rather than Park. If using the electronic key (Comfort Access mode), there would be no protection from the ignition interlock that prevents key removal if the vehicle is not in Park.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners beginning in November 2012. The remedy became available in March 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 7-Series vehicles, equipped with both Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through September 3, 2007. Due to a software problem, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners and dealers will update software. The recall began on December 12, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year 2006-2007 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i sedans and 530xi sports wagons, model year 2006 760i sedans, model year 2006-2007 750i, 750Li, and 760Li sedans, and model year 2006 X5 sports activity vehicles, equipped with certain seat types. The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if and how the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, free of charge. Additionally, owners of model year 2006-2007 3 Series with standard seats, 5 Series with comfort seats, and Z4 models, will receive an extended warranty on their front passenger seat occupant detection mat. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2005-2008 745i, 745Li, 750i, 750Li, 760i, 760Li, and B7 Alpina vehicles equipped with both the Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options. In these vehicles, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the door latch system, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2006 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
How other years compare
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Is the 2006 BMW 750I reliable?
NHTSA has 57 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on record for the 2006 BMW 750I. The most complained-about area is power train (34% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2006 BMW 750I problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 98,000 miles or less.
Does the 2006 BMW 750I have open recalls?
4 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning electrical system:ignition:switch. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.