MYRModel Year Report

2009 BMW 750I

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2009 BMW 750I
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:43:23.869Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 750I Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2009 highlighted. 1990: 0 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1992: 0 complaints 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 57 complaints 2007: 34 complaints 2008: 17 complaints 2008 2009: 7 complaints 2009 2010: 10 complaints 2011: 6 complaints 2011 2012: 9 complaints 2013: 7 complaints 2014: 4 complaints 2014 2015: 0 complaints 2016: 8 complaints 2017: 4 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaints 2020: 4 complaints 2020
2009: 7 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19900
19910
19920
20050
200657
200734
200817
20097
201010
20116
20129
20137
20144
20150
20168
20174
20181
20204

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

7 of 7 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 BMW 750I. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO CHANGE GEARS AND SMOKE WAS SEEN COMING FROM THE EXHAUST. ALSO, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180425

THE ISSUE BEGAN AS I WAS DRIVING NORTH ON THE EXPRESS WAY AND THE CAR STOPPED WHILE GOING 50MPH. IT WAS RAINING THAT DAY AND STATED I HAD A DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION I THOUGHT MY DAUGHTER AND I WERE GOING TO DIE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180307

POWER TRAIN

4 of 7 total reports mention: power train.

Show complaint excerpts

THE ISSUE BEGAN AS I WAS DRIVING NORTH ON THE EXPRESS WAY AND THE CAR STOPPED WHILE GOING 50MPH. IT WAS RAINING THAT DAY AND STATED I HAD A DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION I THOUGHT MY DAUGHTER AND I WERE GOING TO DIE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180307

WHEELS

1 of 7 total reports mentions: wheels.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20180615 — engine and engine cooling

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S...

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time.

Campaign 18V248000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2009 BMW 750I — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 18V248000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2009 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 2009 BMW 750I?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 BMW 750I have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.