2012 BMW 750LI Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 750LI years
- Far more complaints than other years 6th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 BMW 750LI. That ranks 6th out of 15 750LI model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (14 complaints, 58%), typically at around 60,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 fires. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 24owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 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 | 14 | 58% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 6 | 25% | 51,637 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 17% | 82,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 13% | 41,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 13% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 8% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 8% | 61,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 4% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 4% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 4% | 4,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | 59,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 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.
I went outside and started my car, locked it and came back inside to grab a few things. Approximately five minutes later someone was banging on my door and ringing the doorbell. When I answered they said they had already call the fire department. My car's engine compartment was engulfed in flames…
The car loses brake at low speeds. This occurs after being in traffic and few stop and go breaks. A google search shows other drivers have experienced the same problem.
My pirelli run flat ties only lasted less than 8,000 miles. The front tires are bald! The rear tires have approximately 3,000 miles left. Unacceptable. This is not an issue with my car, but only with the tires. I could not find anywhere on this website to complain about the tires.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 bmw 750li. The contact stated that while driving at 55 mph, the low coolant message appeared on the instrument panel. The contact then took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and had the coolant reservoir topped off. The contact resumed driving and the warning light…
My drive train indicator comes on while i am driving for a long period of time or if i hit the gas too fast it would cause it to come on.
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 | 24 | 1 |
| 2011 750LI | 25 | 1 |
| 2010 750LI | 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 2012 BMW 750LI?
Owners most often report engine, power train, electrical system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 14 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 BMW 750LI?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 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 2012 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.