2013 BMW 750LI Problems
- Complaints
- 9filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 66,000miles, 7 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 · 16 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2013 BMW 750LI (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2013 BMW 750LI. The part named most often is engine, with 4 complaints (44% of the total), followed by fuel system (2) and air bags (1). 7 of the complaints include a mileage, and 43% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 66,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 348 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 54 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Fuel system complaints overlap with 28 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.
- Engine4 44%
- Fuel system2 22%
- Air bags1 11%
- Electrical system1 11%
- Tires1 11%
Example complaints
Engine: “My car suddenly stopped during driving in the middle of road. Bmw(n63 engine) said that the crankshaft(rod bearing) of the my car had melted and attached inside. My engine was daed totally. Naver restart engine. I almost was in dead. Beacuase of suddenly stoped during driving. I really could not understand such a this breakdown. I thought this fault was also responsible for Bmw.​I was driving normal, and oil maintenance also good. …”
NHTSA complaint #11230597, filed 2019-07, 37 milesFuel system: “My car keeps shutting off completely in the middle of driving on highway or any road it’s becoming a safety risk this car once had an open recall for the same issue but I didn’t receive memo but according to bmw handbook emissions recall don’t expire for NJ registered vehicles but BMW won’t honor it”
NHTSA complaint #11584696, filed 2024-04Air bags: “The contact owns a 2013 BMW 750Li. The contact sated that the air bag warning light remained illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer performed a diagnostic that located failure code: 930910. The driver’s air bag valve resistance was too high, and the air bag module had an internal shortage. The contact was informed that the air bag needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximated failure mileage was 49,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11428389, filed 2021-08, 49,000 milesElectrical system: “The contact owns a 2013 BMW 750LI. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the door failed to open. The contact attempted to unlock the knob and open the door. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact lowered the window, the contact put the key in the door, and was able to open the door from the outside. On a separate occasion, after the contact was dining with his wife, the contact's wife attempted to open the door; however, the door failed to open from the inside. …”
NHTSA complaint #11648999, filed 2025-03, 120,510 milesMileage when problems were reported
43% of the 7 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 49,000 and 92,000 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 750LI 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750Li RWD | 4.4L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,350 |
| 750Li 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 750LI 2013–2015, 750I 2013–2015, 740LI 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 750LI → · 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. 348 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 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, 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…
- 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…
- 10230717Dec 1, 2022Fuel system. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Fuel Injectors to 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original…
- 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, 2022Seats, Lane departure, Back-over prevention (rear camera)…. 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.
- 10218398Jul 1, 2022Suspension, Electronic stability control. Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's front and rear air suspension strut…
Other model years of the BMW 750LI
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 6 | 94,000 | 1 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 9 | 66,000 | 1 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 2012 | 24 | 60,000 | 1 | — | 17 | — | Falling |
| 2011 | 25 | 73,000 | 1 | — | 17 | 51 · Typical | Stable |
| 2010 | 30 | 59,500 | 1 | — | 17 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2009 | 10 | 66,000 | 1 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 65 | 84,850 | 2 | — | 18 | 17 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2007 | 77 | 88,000 | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 216 | 88,046 | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All BMW 750LI model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2013 BMW 750LI have?
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2013 BMW 750LI as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2013 BMW 750LI is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 4 complaints (44% of the total), followed by fuel system with 2.
Has the 2013 BMW 750LI 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 750LI get?
The EPA rates the 2013 BMW 750LI (750Li, 4.4L 8-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 16 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 750LI reported?
Among the 7 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 66,000 miles and the middle half falls between 49,000 and 92,000 miles; 43% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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.