2010 BMW 750LI Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 750LI years
- Far more complaints than other years 4th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 BMW 750LI. That ranks 4th out of 15 750LI model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (19 complaints, 63%), typically at around 57,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 fires. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 30owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2010 BMW 750LI 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 19 | 63% | 57,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 20% | 57,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 17% | 34,100 | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 17% | 61,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 13% | 60,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 7% | 45,100 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 7% | 10,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 7% | 13,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 3% | 72,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 3% | 62,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 3% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3% | 44,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2010 BMW 750LI recalls (1)
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Engine and engine cooling:engine; engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
Risk: If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
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 2010 BMW 750LI. The contact stated that upon the start of the engine, a white-colored smoke began to emit from the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the engine was leaking both oil and coolant which resulted in engine…
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 750LI. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle there was a loud backfire and the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who stated that the engine head gasket was blown. No further information was available. The…
I purchased this car in june of 2019. I received a carfax report before the purchase. The car was very clean inside and outside. I was pleased with th car until it started smoking every time the engine got warm. I had to keep adding oil almost every two to three days. Every time i stopped, for…
My car doors are locked and can't be opened at all! In the past, i've been locked inside the car and couldn't get out unless i stop the car, turn it off, roll down my driver side window, and stick the key in the driver side door, and manually turn it to unlock it. Now my doors will not open at all…
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw 750li. The contact stated that when driving at approximately 40 to 45 mph, the contact stated that an abnormal noise was heard coming from underneath the vehicle as the vehicle driveshaft separated and caused damage to the engine oil pan. The contact stated that…
Other BMW 750LI years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 750LI | 2 | 3 |
| 2020 750LI | 0 | 4 |
| 2019 750LI | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 750LI | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 750LI | 2 | 1 |
| 2014 750LI | 6 | 1 |
| 2013 750LI | 9 | 1 |
| 2012 750LI | 24 | 1 |
| 2011 750LI | 25 | 1 |
| 2010 | 30 | 1 |
| 2009 750LI | 10 | 1 |
| 2008 750LI | 65 | 2 |
| 2007 750LI | 77 | 4 |
| 2006 750LI | 216 | 4 |
| 2005 750LI | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2010 BMW 750LI?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 19 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2010 BMW 750LI?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2010 BMW 750LI a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 750LI model years, the 2010 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.