2012 BMW 7-Series
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
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2012
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2012: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 3 |
| 2012 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Wheels
1 of 2 total reports mentions: wheels.
Show complaint excerpts
On or about the above date, I tried to drive my new car in 2 inches of snow,up a moderate grade. Despite the traction control and having brand new tires, the vehicle was unable to move anyway but sideways.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-30
Also filed under Seat belts
Seat belts
1 of 2 total reports mentions: seat belts.
Engine
1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine.
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Low engine oil comes on every few months and I have to add oil at that time. I don't know where the oil is going but level is down to minimum. This has been going on for the past two years, since I purchased the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-16
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2012-04-30Engine and engine cooling12V161000 BMW is recalling certain model year 2011 5-Series, 5-Series Gran Turismo, model year 2012 6-Series convertible, 7-Series, X5 sav, and X6 sav vehicles equipped with 8- or 12-cylinder, turbocharged…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump free of charge. The safety recall began on April 30, 2012. Owners may contact BMW customer relations and services at…
Buy-smart checklist
2012 BMW 7-Series — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 12V161000 · Engine and engine cooling
FAQ
- Is the 2012 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 2012 BMW 7-Series?
- The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2012 BMW 7-Series have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.