2015 BMW 740Li problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2015 BMW 740Li — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2015 compare to other 740Li years?

740Li NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2015 BMW 740Li problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Engine	1	100%	— flat

Does the 2015 BMW 740Li have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

17V379000LightingJune 14, 2017 · 92 units

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li and 750Lxi and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have received incorrect replacement left rear taillight assemblies. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

Vehicles with the incorrect left rear lamp assemblies may be less conspicuous to other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect left rear taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2015 BMW 740Li — common questions

Is the 2015 BMW 740Li reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2015 BMW 740Li have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2015 BMW 740Li. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2015 compare to other 740Li years?

What are the most common 2015 BMW 740Li problems?

Does the 2015 BMW 740Li have recalls?

2015 BMW 740Li — common questions

Is the 2015 BMW 740Li reliable?

Does the 2015 BMW 740Li have recalls?

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