2018 BMW 740E Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 24, 2026 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 740E years
Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2018 BMW 740E. That is the most of any 740E model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 158,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2018 BMW 740E problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1 · ~158,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System1100%158,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2018 BMW 740E recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2018 BMW 740E.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2018 BMW 740LE. The contact stated that the starter failed and caused the A/C to not operate properly. There were several unknown messages displayed, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V441000 (Electrical System)…

Electrical System · received Aug 24, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11759023

Other BMW 740E years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
201810
2017 740E10

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 BMW 740E?

Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2018 BMW 740E?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2018 BMW 740E a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 740E model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.