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1999 BMW 750iL problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 1999 BMW 750iL — 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.

3

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 1999 compare to other 750iL years?

750iL NHTSA complaints by model year, 1999 highlighted8 complaints1990: 2 complaints1991: 1 complaints1992: 4 complaints1995: 3 complaints1996: 1 complaints1997: 2 complaints1998: 8 complaints1999: 3 complaints2000: 2 complaints2001: 5 complaints
750iL NHTSA complaints by model year, 1999 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1999 BMW 750iL problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Visibility & Wipers267%
Transmission133%

Does the 1999 BMW 750iL have recalls?

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

10E021000SteeringMay 27, 2010 · 150 units

Defect

FCP GROTON IS RECALLING CERTAIN STEERING CENTER DRAG LINKS, P/N 32 21 1 096 057, SOLD FROM DECEMBER 1, 2009 THROUGH APRIL 9, 2010 AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR MODEL YEAR 1995 THROUGH 2001 BMW 740I, 740IL, AND 750IL PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SHAFT OF THE STEERING CENTER TIE ROD MAY SHEAR OFF.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION WOULD RESULT, WITHOUT WARNING, IN IMMEDIATE AND COMPLETE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy

FCP GROTON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE TIE ROD WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT JUNE 1, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FCP GROTON TOLL-FREE AT 1-877-634-0063.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“CLOUDING OF LAMINATE LAYER BETWEEN PANES OF DOUBLE-PAINED SECURITY DOOR GLASS REDUCES VISIBILITY AND CAUSES SAFETY ISSUES. THE CAR WITH THIS $2600 OEM OPTION SUFFERS FROM DELAMINATION OF THE WINDOWS, WHICH REDUCES OR ELIMINATES VISIBILITY FROM THE DOOR WINDOWS. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE YET TO CORRECT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · February 15, 2007

“THERE WERE NO EVENTS LEADING UP TO THE FAILURE. THE TRANSMISSION ON MY 1999 BMW 750IL SCREAMED, & ROARED AND LURCHED INTO FOWARD AND THAN NOTHING. NO FORWARD OR REVERSE. AT THIS TIME NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO CORRECT THE FAILURE. FROM ALL THE INTERNET SITES I HAVE RESEARCHED INCLUDING NHTSA IT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · June 9, 2005

1999 BMW 750iL — common questions

Is the 1999 BMW 750iL reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 1999 BMW 750iL have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1999 BMW 750iL. 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.