1989 BMW 750 Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 13 mpgcombined, 5.0L 12-cyl RWD · 11 city / 16 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1989 BMW 750 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1989 BMW 750. The part named most often is air bags, with 1 complaints (20% of the total), followed by electrical system (1) and engine cooling (1). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin 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.
- Air bags1 20%
- Electrical system1 20%
- Engine cooling1 20%
- Seat belts1 20%
- Steering1 20%
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “Dealer install newly designed rediator cap per the recal notice (98v-178) however the problems persisted (overheating, coolent smell and windows fogging). These failures also caused damage to the heater core. Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #548607, filed 1999-09Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1989 BMW 750 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750il RWD | 5.0L 12-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 11 | 16 | 13 | $5,150 |
| 750il RWD | 5.0L 12-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 11 | 17 | 13 | $5,150 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 90V016000Jan 30, 1990Seat belts › Front › Buckle assemblyCovers: BMW 750 1988–1990, 735 1988–1990, 525 1989–1990 +1 more
Under certain conditions, front seat center, fold-down arm rest may contact the safety belt buckle, causing damage to the release button and preventing the belt tongue from latching when buckling up.
- 89V005000Jan 17, 1989Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedalCovers: BMW 750 1988–1989
Accelerator pedals may not have been properly attached to the floor pan during assembly.
Recall details for the 1989 BMW 750 → · 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. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10249437Jan 16, 2024Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Other model years of the BMW 750
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 5 | — | 2 | — | 13 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1989 BMW 750 have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1989 BMW 750 as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1989 BMW 750 is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 1 complaints (20% of the total), followed by electrical system with 1.
Has the 1989 BMW 750 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1989 BMW 750 get?
The EPA rates the 1989 BMW 750 (750il, 5.0L 12-cyl) at 13 mpg combined, 11 city and 16 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $5,150 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
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.