2006 BMW 760I: problems, recalls and reliability
4 recalls and 8 owner complaints on record; most reports concern fuel/propulsion system; the 2005 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 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Drainage holes clog and leaks in trunk where air compressor for suspension and other important electrical components are susceptible to water damage.”Owner report · Structure · Aug 2016
“Hard to start, cranks for a while till it builds up pressure then starts. Idles rough and sometimes dies when sitting at stop light, and sputtering power at time when taking off, also when it stalls while driving it is a total loss of power for steering and other controls, very dangerous when it happens. I understand this is a fuel pump problem. Car has 2 fuel pumps. Very very costly repair at the dealer. Dealer should replace at their cost.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Dec 2015
“Bad fuel pumps. This is a major safety issue because you can be driving at any driving speed and the car will shut off on you with no warning. *tr”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Nov 2014
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“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 760i. The contact stated that the seat sensor mat and air bag warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 13v564000 (air bags). The dealer stated that the driver side sensor mat needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 105,000.”Owner report · Air Bags · Aug 2014
“Vehicle would shift to neutral on its on then shut off in the middle of traffic. It was also rough idling, loss of power, and extended ignition start. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Mar 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 760i. The contact stated while driving approximately 5 mph, the front driver's side door unexpectedly unlatched. The vehicle was equipped with the comfort access and soft close automatic options. The door would only remain closed while holding with your hand while driving. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 12v504000 (latches/locks/linkages) but the VIN was not included. The vehicle was currently being diagnosed by an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 91,900. *tr”Owner report · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Mar 2014
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 760I reliable?
NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on record for the 2006 BMW 760I. The most complained-about area is fuel/propulsion system.
Does the 2006 BMW 760I have open recalls?
4 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm). 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.