2010 BMW 7-Series

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2010 BMW 7-Series
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:55:41.481Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2010

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2009: 9 complaints 2009 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2 2011: 3 complaints 2011 2012: 2 complaints 2012
2009: 9 complaints 2009 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2 2011: 3 complaints 2011 2012: 2 complaints 2012
2009: 9 complaints 2009 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2 2011: 3 complaints 2011 2012: 2 complaints 2012

2010: 2 complaints

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Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Vehicle speed control

1 of 2 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2010 BMW 750. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, after making a right the she lost control of the vehicle and was unable to stop it. The vehicle can to a complete stop independently.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-11

Power train

1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train.

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Transmission malfunction while driving vehicle on highway - vehicle was immobilized. Transmission had to be replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-28

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2010-04-16Equipment10V047000 BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 7-SERIES AND MODEL YEAR 2010 550i GRAND TURISMO VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110…

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners and authorized BMW dealers will replace the tire label free of charge. The safety recall began on April 16, 2010. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

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    2011-12-19Engine and engine cooling11V521000 BMW is recalling certain model year 2011 5-Series, model year 2010-2011 5-Series Gran Turismo, model year 2009-2011 7-Series, model year 2010-2011 X5 SAV, and model year 2008-2011 X6 SAV vehicles…

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump free of charge. The safety recall began on December 19, 2011. Owners may contact BMW customer relations and services at…

Buy-smart checklist

2010 BMW 7-Series — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10V047000 · Equipment
  • Recall 11V521000 · Engine and engine cooling

FAQ

Is the 2010 BMW 7-Series reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 BMW 7-Series?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 BMW 7-Series have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.