2006 BMW 750I
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 57 |
| 2007 | 34 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 4 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 4 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2020 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
35% of complaints: power train — 20 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BMW 750I. WHILE REVERSING AT 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE AUTOMATICALLY SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL AND THE PARKING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE, BUT IT FAILED TO RESTART.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180625
HAVE A 2006 BMW 750I AND WAS OUT RUNNING ERRANDS. I STOPPED AT THE DRY CLEANERS TO GET MY CLOTHING. I ONLY TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF FOR ABOUT 10 MINUTES WHILE I WENT INSIDE THE DRY CLEANERS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20111210
25% of complaints: air bags — 14 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2006 BMW 750I. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED A VEHICLE, LOST CONTROL, AND STRUCK THE BARRIER WALL FOUR TIMES. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170228
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BMW 750I. THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE SPEED WAS UNKNOWN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140811
9% of complaints: engine — 5 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: seat belts — 4 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 4 distinct reports on file.
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The contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V328000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The contact stated that the passenger's side rear door had failed to function as intended and failed to open.
NHTSA ODI report, 20251124
SAFETY TIMELINE
Vehicle Rollaway
BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 7-Series vehicles, equipped with both Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through September 3, 2007. Due t
Remedy: BMW will notify owners and dealers will update software. The recall began on December 12, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Campaign 12V504000 — check if this car was fixed
BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 7-Series vehicles, equipped with the Comfort Access option, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through July 24, 2008. The affected vehicles have an electro
Remedy: BMW will notify owners beginning in November 2012. The remedy became available in March 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Campaign 12V502000 — check if this car was fixed
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports w
Remedy: BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will repai
Campaign 13V564000 — check if this car was fixed
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2005-2008 745i, 745Li, 750i, 750Li, 760i, 760Li, and B7 Alpina vehicles equipped with both the Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the door latch system, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Campaign 17V328000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2006 BMW 750I — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 12V504000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 12V502000 (electrical system, power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V564000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V328000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2006 BMW 750I 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 2006 BMW 750I?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 BMW 750I have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.