2008 BMW 750I
Only 17 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 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 17
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 17 complaints
View as data table
| 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 |
| 2021 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Latches/locks/linkages
7 of 17 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.
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The contact owns a 2008 BMW 750I.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-07
Also filed under Electrical system
The contact owns a 2008 BMW 750i.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-09
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 BMW 750I. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V328000 (Latches/locks/linkages); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-13
Also filed under Structure
Power train
5 of 17 total reports mention: power train.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 BMW 750I. The contact stated that the vehicle shifted into neutral and stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission interlock needed to be repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-04-24
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 BMW 750I. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic stop, the vehicle inadvertently engaged into park and proceeded to stall as the contact depressed the accelerator.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-08
Electrical system
5 of 17 total reports mention: electrical system.
Seat belts
3 of 17 total reports mention: seat belts.
Air bags
3 of 17 total reports mention: air bags.
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My car has had the air bag light on several times and the dealer would just reset the light as the car was still in warranty, once the warranty expired they are telling me that there is a short and they need to replace the airbag and the detection...
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-31
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2013-03-20Electrical system, power train12V502000 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…
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.
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2018-02-08Latches/locks/linkages17V328000 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2008 BMW 750I — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Latches/locks/linkages: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 12V502000 · Electrical system, power train
- Recall 17V328000 · Latches/locks/linkages
FAQ
- Is the 2008 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 2008 BMW 750I?
- The most-reported component is latches/locks/linkages, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 BMW 750I 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.