2017 BMW 740I Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 740I years
- Not enough data 8th of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 BMW 740I. That ranks 8th out of 20 740I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (3 complaints, 43%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2017 BMW 740I problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | 43% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 43% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 14% | 40,500 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2017 BMW 740I recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2017 BMW 740I.
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 Panoramic sunroof just exploded out of nowhere at freeway speeds causing glass to go everywhere
November 2023 we purchased 4 new Continental PURECONTACT LS 245/45/R19 from Discount Tire in Evansville Indiana. Weâve driven almost 17,000 miles on the tires. Noticed 2 tires are splitting on the sidewall near the tread. The one Iâm reporting is dangerously split (resembles a re-tread tire).
Stopping without notice can cause an accident and any of the issues can cause safety issues. What I sent them. I am writing to express my concerns regarding a series of issues with my 2017 BMW 740i and to request your assistance in resolving these matters. I have been working with my local BMW…
Car started smoking while idling, fire department called. Did not have check engine light on smoking from left tail pipe
Instrument panel went blank. No visual indication of how fast I was traveling. Also frontal collision stop working.
Other BMW 740I years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 740I | 0 | 3 |
| 2024 740I | 3 | 5 |
| 2023 740I | 12 | 9 |
| 2021 740I | 1 | 2 |
| 2020 740I | 1 | 2 |
| 2019 740I | 4 | 1 |
| 2018 740I | 5 | 0 |
| 2017 | 7 | 0 |
| 2016 740I | 12 | 0 |
| 2015 740I | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 740I | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 740I | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 740I | 4 | 1 |
| 2001 740I | 15 | 3 |
| 2000 740I | 12 | 1 |
| 1999 740I | 8 | 0 |
| 1998 740I | 8 | 0 |
| 1997 740I | 3 | 2 |
| 1996 740I | 1 | 2 |
| 1995 740I | 9 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 BMW 740I?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, exterior lighting problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2017 BMW 740I?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2017 BMW 740I a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 740I model years, the 2017 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.