2012 BMW 750IX Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 11, 2019 · 7 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 750IX years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 BMW 750IX. The most reported problem area is engine (4 complaints, 57%), typically at around 65,000 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 2012 BMW 750IX problems

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

Engine4 · ~65,000 mi
Power Train4 · ~56,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~80,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages1 · ~12,200 mi
Suspension1 · ~56,000 mi
Unknown or Other1 · ~80,000 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~56,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine457%65,000——
Power Train457%56,000——
Fuel/propulsion System114%80,000——
Latches/locks/linkages114%12,200——
Suspension114%56,000——
Unknown or Other114%80,000——
Vehicle Speed Control114%56,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2016, with 3 complaints
2014: 1201412016: 3201632017: 1201712018: 1201812019: 120191

n = 7 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2012 BMW 750IX recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2012 BMW 750IX.

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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.

The transfer case on my car stutters when accelerating from a stopped position or under moderate to heavy breaking. Traction on snow becomes limited because the stuttering cause tires to have more or less power spontaneously. This stuttering was confirmed to be a defective transfer case when…

Power Train · received May 11, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11207023

I had to replace the gaskets which cost thousands and my car still smells like its burning oil and when i press the gas the car hesitates and i was just on the highway took the car to 70 miles and hour and powertrain malfuction came up and the car started shaking my car on has 80,000 miles on it…

Engine · received Jan 15, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11062812

Took vehicle to new motors bmw, erie, pa because of excessive oil consumption. Was told the seals were bad and had to be replaced. Repair was completed by new motors and picked up 7/1/17. On 7/8/17 i was traveling at 55 mph on i 90. Felt a lapse in power and then heard a grinding noise from the…

Engine · received Jul 13, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11005053

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 bmw 750ix. The contact stated that the vehicle idled whenever the contact attempted to accelerate. Also, when starting the vehicle, the engine would backfire and the check engine indicator illuminated. The dealer repaired the solenoid valve, fuel injectors, control air…

Power Train · received Nov 3, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10924112

Car was being driven on a street and suddenly stopped made a loud noise violently jerking up and down drive shaft went thru the floor u bolts came undone and exhaust system damaged had to be towed from scene $10,000 worth of damage

Power Train · received Aug 1, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10892199

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2012 BMW 750IX?

Owners most often report engine, power train, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2012 BMW 750IX?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2012 BMW 750IX a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 750IX model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.