2022 BMW 740LI Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 41,000miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2022 BMW 740LI (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2022 BMW 740LI. The part named most often is electrical system, with 3 complaints (60% of the total), followed by air bags (1) and engine (1). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 67% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 41,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 17 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign and 6 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system3 60%
- Air bags1 20%
- Engine1 20%
- Lane departure1 20%
- Other or unknown1 20%
Example complaints
Electrical system: “The contact owns a 2022 BMW 740LI. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the contact noticed an abnormal burning odor. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was unable to start the vehicle and called a tow truck. The contact stated that while the tow truck driver was attempting to start the vehicle with the hood opened, the contact noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine starter needed to be replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #11707604, filed 2025-12, 70,000 milesAir bags: “The contact owns a 2022 BMW 740LI. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle crashed into a tree. The driver was wearing the seat belt; however, the air bags failed to deploy during the crash. The driver sustained a fractured spine, ribs, leg, and foot. Emergency medical services (EMS) responded to the scene and transported the driver to the hospital for medical treatment. According to the EMS personnel, the driver had experienced a seizure prior to the crash. A Police report was filed. The contact stated that there were no issues with the vehicle before the crash. …”
NHTSA complaint #11772928, filed 2026-10, 33,000 milesLane departure: “The contact owns a 2022 BMW 740LI. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the Lane Departure feature malfunctioned on several occasions, causing the vehicle to be pulled into another lane or into the opposite direction. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the KAFAS camera and the windshield needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11725646, filed 2026-03, 41,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
67% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 33,000 and 70,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 25V644000Sep 25, 2025Electrical system › Starter assemblyCovers: BMW 740LI 2020–2022, 840I 2020–2025, X5 2019–2020 +3 more
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 340I, X6, 2020-2025 840I, 2020-2022 740LI, 2019-2020 X7, and X5 vehicles. After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.
Recall details for the 2022 BMW 740LI → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 17 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10252031Mar 14, 2024Exterior lighting. One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
- 10249437Jan 16, 2024Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- 10249027Jan 11, 2024Electrical system. The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers…
- 10249018Jan 8, 2024Steering. At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned. This can be…
- 10249032Jan 5, 2024Equipment, Electrical system. The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3). FaultB7F8F9 ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂàÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂHU-H: ResetÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂ…
- 10249015Jan 5, 2024Fuel system. A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection).
- 10249017Jan 4, 2024Steering. SITUATION Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction. 1. A one-time thump sound at the start of movement Shortly after the steering column starts moving…
- 10247567Dec 20, 2023Engine cooling, Fuel system. Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: 032B43 - Low fuel…
- 10245422Nov 22, 2023Equipment, Electrical system. Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicleâÂÂs equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation…
- 10245379Nov 9, 2023Electrical system. The carpet welcome light(s) turns on either after a delay, or does not function at all.
Other model years of the BMW 740LI
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 5 | 41,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 7 | 32,000 | 1 | — | 22 | — | Not enough data |
| 2012 | 5 | 73,000 | 1 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2011 | 11 | 84,000 | 0 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2022 BMW 740LI have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2022 BMW 740LI as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2022 BMW 740LI is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 3 complaints (60% of the total), followed by air bags with 1.
Has the 2022 BMW 740LI been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2022 BMW 740LI reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 41,000 miles and the middle half falls between 33,000 and 70,000 miles; 67% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.