2016 BMW 750I Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 29, 2025 · 8 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 750I years
Not enough data 6th of 16 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 BMW 750I. That ranks 6th out of 16 750I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 25%). 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 2016 BMW 750I problems

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

Engine2
Seat Belts2 · ~104,000 mi
Air Bags1
Electrical System1
Exterior Lighting1
Unknown or Other1
Wheels1 · ~33,600 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine225%———
Seat Belts225%104,000——
Air Bags113%———
Electrical System113%———
Exterior Lighting113%———
Unknown or Other113%———
Wheels113%33,600——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2021, with 3 complaints
2016: 1201612021: 3202132023: 1202312024: 2202422025: 120251

n = 8 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2016 BMW 750I recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2016 BMW 750I.

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Recent owner reports

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

Coolant system

Unknown or Other · received Aug 29, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11683880

The contact owns a 2016 BMW 750i. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message "Active Protection Restricted" was displayed. Additionally, a message advising to drive the vehicle slowly and carefully was displayed. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle…

Seat Belts · received Aug 6, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11606726

Last month, my 2016 BMW 750i XDrive displayed a warning message on the dashboard: “Extended action required. Active Protection restricted. You can continue driving. Roadside Assistance not required. Pre-tensioning of seatbelts not possible. If the problem recurs, have it checked by your service…

Seat Belts · received Aug 5, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11606661

There are two grill shutter actuators. One for the upper and one for the lower. Different part numbers. NHTSA issued a TSB for N63R in 2019: MC-10160279-9999 (G12 (N63R)/G30 (B58M) RADIATOR GRILL UPPER AND LOWER ACTIVE AIR FLAPS: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES). My vehicle is…

Engine · received Jul 24, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11533976

Active radiator grille malfunction Active grille is stuck in closed position increasing the chances of the engine overheating and related safety risks. This problem has been reported in multiple BMW models and model years but the MY2016 G12 with a production date of March 2016 is not mentioned in…

Engine · received Oct 5, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11435617

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW 750I?

Owners most often report engine, seat belts, air bags problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2016 BMW 750I?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2016 BMW 750I a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 750I model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.