2016 BMW 740I
Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2016: 12 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 3 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2012 | 4 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 4 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 3 |
| 2025 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
3 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Blind spot warning randomly works. Passenger seatbelt phantom seatbelt warning while driving alone!
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-28
Also filed under Seat belts and lane departure
2016 BMW 740I is equipment with automatic park distance control system (Pdc) that automatically activates when the vehicle is close to an obstacle when driving at very low speed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-01-27
Vehicle speed control
2 of 12 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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The problem is centered around adaptive cruise control system of BMW 740I 2016.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-02-20
Vehicle is equipped with adaptive cruise control and pedestrian detection feature. The adaptive cruise control misses to adapt speed or stop or detect a vehicle in front requiring driver intervention to avoid a collision.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-01-25
Seat belts
2 of 12 total reports mention: seat belts.
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On two occasions a false fasten seat belt from passenger side has come up when the seat was not occupied. The car was sent for repair. On the first occasion it was indicated the wiring is loose for the seat belt harness so it was tightened.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-26
Engine
2 of 12 total reports mention: engine.
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I got engine malfunction light on two separate occasions on my BMW; on each occasion the car was sent to dealership for repair to find that the upper and lower radiator blinds are at fault and this required replacement.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-26
Suspension
1 of 12 total reports mentions: suspension.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2016 BMW 740I — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2016 BMW 740I 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 2016 BMW 740I?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 BMW 740I have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.