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2022 BMW 740Li problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 6 complaints on file for the 2022 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.

6

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2022 compare to other 740Li years?

740Li NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted16 complaints2011: 16 complaints2012: 8 complaints2013: 7 complaints2014: 4 complaints2015: 1 complaints2016: 1 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 6 complaints
740Li NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 BMW 740Li problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System350%
Driver Assistance117%
Engine117%
Other117%

Does the 2022 BMW 740Li have recalls?

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

25V644000Electrical SystemSeptember 25, 2025 · 145,102 units

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 340I, X6, 2020-2025 840I, 2020-2022 740LI, 2019-2020 X7, and X5 vehicles. After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.

Consequence

An overheated starter motor can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. This recall includes vehicles repaired under recall 24V576 and those owners will need to have their vehicle repaired again. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 17, 2025.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 9, 2025

“The contact owns a 2022 BMW 740LI. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the Lane Departure feature malfunctioned on several occasions, causing the vehicle to be pulled into another lane or into the opposite direction. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · March 19, 2026

“This vehicle is affected by NHTSA Recall 25V644 (starter motor – fire risk). The recall remedy has been listed as “Remedy Not Available” since September 25, 2025, and remains unavailable more than two months later. BMW did not notify me about this safety recall. I only discovered it after a…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 25, 2025

“This vehicle is affected by NHTSA Recall 25V644 (starter motor – fire risk). The recall remedy has been listed as “Remedy Not Available” since September 25, 2025, and remains unavailable more than two months later. BMW did not notify me about this safety recall. I only discovered it after a…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 25, 2025

2022 BMW 740Li — common questions

Is the 2022 BMW 740Li reliable?

The record is thin — 6 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2022 BMW 740Li have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2022 BMW 740Li. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.