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2013 BMW 750i problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 11 complaints on file for the 2013 BMW 750i — 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.

11

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2013 compare to other 750i years?

750i NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted77 complaints1990: 0 complaints1991: 0 complaints1992: 0 complaints2005: 0 complaints2006: 77 complaints2007: 47 complaints2008: 29 complaints2009: 14 complaints2010: 13 complaints2011: 8 complaints2012: 12 complaints2013: 11 complaints2014: 4 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 9 complaints2017: 7 complaints2018: 1 complaints2020: 7 complaints
750i NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2013 BMW 750i problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission436%
Fuel System327%
Electrical System19%
Engine19%
Other19%
Tires & Wheels19%

Does the 2013 BMW 750i 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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“WAS DRIVING DOWN 111TH RIDGELAND AV, WORTH IL. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME IN. CAR STARTED TO SHAKE AND STOPPED IN TRAFFIC. THIS IS A REPETITIVE PROBLEM. IGNITION COILS HAVE BEEN EXPLAINED BY ZIEGLER BMW IN ORLAND PARK AS BEING THE DIAGNOSTIC OF TROUBLE.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 23, 2018

“WAS DRIVING DOWN 111TH RIDGELAND AV, WORTH IL. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME IN. CAR STARTED TO SHAKE AND STOPPED IN TRAFFIC. THIS IS A REPETITIVE PROBLEM. IGNITION COILS HAVE BEEN EXPLAINED BY ZIEGLER BMW IN ORLAND PARK AS BEING THE DIAGNOSTIC OF TROUBLE.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · July 23, 2018

“BACK WHEEL RIM BROKEN AND TWO FRONT TIRES SHOWED BULGES. LOOKS LIKE THERE WAS AN ISSUE WITH MODEL. TWO OF MY FRIENDS CAR (SAME MAKE AND MODEL) HAS SAME ISSUES.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · April 3, 2014

“The check engine light stays on because of the defective wire harness. It was made of very low quality and I feel strongly this is a major safety defect and needs to be rectified. NHTSA should initiate a vehicle recall because of this.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 15, 2022

“BACK WHEEL RIM BROKEN AND TWO FRONT TIRES SHOWED BULGES. LOOKS LIKE THERE WAS AN ISSUE WITH MODEL. TWO OF MY FRIENDS CAR (SAME MAKE AND MODEL) HAS SAME ISSUES.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · April 3, 2014

2013 BMW 750i — common questions

Is the 2013 BMW 750i reliable?

The record is thin — 11 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2013 750i problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (4 complaints), fuel system (3 complaints), other (1 complaints).

Does the 2013 BMW 750i have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2013 BMW 750i. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which BMW 750i years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the 750i years to avoid are 2006, 2007. The cleanest record among 750i years belongs to 2015.

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.