2004 BMW 760I Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 21, 2014 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 760I years
Not enough data 3rd of 6 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 BMW 760I. That ranks 3rd out of 6 760I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 59,250 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 2004 BMW 760I problems

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

Air Bags1 · ~59,250 mi
Engine1 · ~132,600 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~86,061 mi
Power Train1 · ~132,600 mi
Service Brakes1 · ~132,600 mi
Steering1 · ~132,600 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags133%59,250——
Engine133%132,600——
Fuel/propulsion System133%86,061——
Power Train133%132,600——
Service Brakes133%132,600——
Steering133%132,600——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2013, with 2 complaints
2013: 2201322014: 120141

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2004 BMW 760I recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 BMW 760I.

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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.

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 bmw 760i. The contact stated that the air bag warning lamp illuminated. The contact was not notified of nhtsa campaign id number: 08v384000 (airbags). The vehicle was to be taken to an authorized dealer for inspection, diagnosis and repair. The manufacturer was notified…

Air Bags · received Jul 21, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10615130

I bought a 2004 bmw 760i on 4,23,2013 with a 132530 miles from a used car dealer in reno nv , two days after buying the car i notice when i turn on the car it would idle ruff , the engine would rev it self and the car would turn off it self sometimes , while some time you turn on the car and…

Engine · received May 5, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10510691

Driving at 45mph when car stalled. Difficult to start. Drove 6 to 6.5 miles to home via i-85 where car stalled multiple times including complete engine shut down. Lost all power to steering causing great concern for safety. 3 months and ~$10,000 later, both high pressure fuel pumps required…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Mar 20, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10503766

Other BMW 760I years

2005 760I →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2025 760I21
2024 760I32
2023 760I118
2006 760I84
2005 760I23
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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 BMW 760I?

Owners most often report air bags, engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2004 BMW 760I?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2004 BMW 760I a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 760I model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.