BMW 740E Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 24, 2026 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the BMW 740E, across 2 model years (2017–2018). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2017, with 1 complaints
2017: 1201712018: 120181

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

BMW 740E years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No 740E model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2018 740E: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 2017 740E: 1 complaint, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common BMW 740E problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System220
Power Train110

All BMW 740E model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2018 740E10—Electrical System
2017 740E10—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which BMW 740E years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2018 (1), 2017 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the BMW 740E?

Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the BMW 740E have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.