2013 BMW 750I Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 48,000miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 4.4L 8-cyl RWD · 17 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2013 BMW 750I (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2013 BMW 750I. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 4 complaints (57% of the total), followed by fuel system (3) and electrical system (1). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 60% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 48,000 miles. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 350 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 18 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Fuel system complaints overlap with 29 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.
- Fuel system3 43%
- Electrical system1 14%
- Engine1 14%
- Other or unknown1 14%
- Wheels1 14%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “Bmw 2013 750li drivetrain malfunction re-occurring causing rough start and while driving highway 485 vanos solenoids & valve covers have been replaced three times within 7 months on my vehicle that has 22,000 miles. My full service warranty is going to expire at the end of 2016. According to recent reports Bmw is aware of this issue on the n63 engine and should have a recall on various parts. The bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (vanos) unit can loosen over time and may possibly break. The engine may have reduced power or stall. …”
NHTSA complaint #10897010, filed 2016-08, 22,000 milesFuel system: “Was driving down 111th ridgeland av, worth il. Check engine light came in. Car started to shake and stopped in traffic. This is a repetitive problem. Ignition coils have been explained by ziegler Bmw in orland park as being the diagnostic of trouble.”
NHTSA complaint #11113265, filed 2018-07, 50,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
60% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 22,000 and 50,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2013 BMW 750I 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750i RWD | 4.4L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,350 |
| 750i xDrive AWD | 4.4L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,350 |
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
- 17V379000Jun 14, 2017Exterior lightingCovers: BMW 750I 2013–2015, 740LI 2013–2015, 740I 2013–2015 +5 more
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li and 750Lxi and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have received incorrect replacement left rear taillight assemblies. As such, these…
Recall details for the 2013 BMW 750I → · 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. 350 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11028000Jan 21, 2026Engine. N63tu1 class action settlement svc campaign: oil consumption diagnosis/repair
- 10249437Jan 16, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. 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…
- 10247567Dec 20, 2023Fuel system, Engine cooling. 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…
- 10238062May 1, 2023Equipment. With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Isley, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren…
- 10230716Dec 1, 2022Equipment. With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Isley, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren…
- 10227568Oct 1, 2022Air bags, Other or unknown, Seats, Back-over prevention…. According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front…
- 10225126Sep 1, 2022Equipment. Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
- 10214990May 1, 2022Electrical system. The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT…
Other model years of the BMW 750I
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 8 | 68,800 | 0 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 7 | 48,000 | 1 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 2012 | 9 | 40,425 | 1 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 2011 | 6 | 89,000 | 1 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 2010 | 10 | 93,000 | 1 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 2009 | 7 | 68,600 | 1 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 17 | 98,500 | 2 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 2007 | 34 | 74,500 | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2006 | 57 | 96,500 | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2013 BMW 750I have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2013 BMW 750I as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2013 BMW 750I is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 4 complaints (57% of the total), followed by fuel system with 3.
Has the 2013 BMW 750I been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2013 BMW 750I get?
The EPA rates the 2013 BMW 750I (750i, 4.4L 8-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 17 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,350 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2013 BMW 750I reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 48,000 miles and the middle half falls between 22,000 and 50,000 miles; 60% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 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.