2010 BMW 750LI: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 30 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is engine (46% of complaints); the 2009 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Apr 2018
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“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.”Owner report · Engine · Jun 2021
“My car doors are locked and can't be opened at all! In the past, I've been locked inside the car and couldn't get out unless I stop the car, turn it off, roll down my driver side window, and stick the key in the driver side door, and manually turn it to unlock it. Now my doors will not open at all. Manually or electronically. None of them. This is very dangerous and should be considered a safety hazard. I have a seven year old son that rides with me in my car all the time. These vehicles need to be recalled and taken off of the streets for good. They're are potential death traps!”Owner report · Electrical System · Oct 2020
“Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw 750li. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed an excessive amount of oil (two quarts in a week) and the trunk was inoperable. Also, the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to new country bmw (1 weston park rd, hartford, ct 06120, (860) 522-6134) where it was diagnosed that the engine failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but did not assist due to the salvaged title. The failure mileage was 62,000.”Owner report · Engine · Nov 2019
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“I bought my car at 88,000 miles and I have to put oil I it every 200 miles and the suspension deflate every time I cut the car off and sometimes while I'm driving on the freeway, making it a very rocky ride.. I took it back to the guy that sold it to me he says it has a engine recall but that's something he should have told me before I spent $14,650 for the vehicle. I feel I bought a lemon and want what fair. I want my money back that too much to just throw away. I bought the car from aa motors arlington tx”Owner report · Suspension · Feb 2019
“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.”Owner report · Engine · Sep 2018
“Engine will not pass smog test due to engine valves unusual wear. The vehicle has 71,000 miles and my mechanic (rheem valley automotive) indicates there is a soft recall and the engine needs to be replaced. The engine light came on and the diagnostic test showed abnormal results. The car is still drivable, but will not past the smog requirement test for a california license renewal.”Owner report · Engine · Sep 2018
“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.”Owner report · Electrical System · Jun 2018
“Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw 750li. While the vehicle was being driven at unknown speeds, it overheated. The vehicle was taken to bmw greenwich and bmw mamaroneck service (110 midland ave, port chester, ny 10573, (914) 881-3600) where it was diagnosed that the auxiliary water pump and water pump sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 11v521000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Apr 2018
“My car mysteriously caught fire while parked. It was left for a few days at my place of business and there are witnesses that saw no one set it on fire. Arson was suspected until the reports of this happening all over the world came to light.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Apr 2017
“Driver and passenger door actuators and latches not working to the point of locking the driver or passenger in where they can not exit the vechicle during an vechicle or personal emergency . On top of this bmw is charging customers 2500 to repair this potential life or death issue.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Apr 2017
Recalls - 1 campaign
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 Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
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. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2010 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
How other years compare
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Is the 2010 BMW 750LI reliable?
NHTSA has 30 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2010 BMW 750LI. The most complained-about area is engine (46% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2010 BMW 750LI problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 59,500 miles or less.
Does the 2010 BMW 750LI have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger. 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.