MYRModel Year Report

2008 BMW 750LI

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2008 BMW 750LI
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:57:48.782Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
65
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2008

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

31% of complaints

Complaints per year

2006: 216 complaints 2006 2007: 77 complaints 2008: 65 complaints 2008 65 2009: 10 complaints 2010: 30 complaints 2010 2011: 25 complaints 2012: 24 complaints 2012 2013: 9 complaints 2014: 6 complaints 2014 2015: 2 complaints 2016: 1 complaint 2016 2019: 0 complaints 2020: 0 complaints 2020 2021: 3 complaints
2006: 216 complaints 2006 2007: 77 complaints 2007 2008: 65 complaints 2008 65 2009: 10 complaints 2009 2010: 30 complaints 2010 2011: 25 complaints 2011 2012: 24 complaints 2012 2013: 9 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2014 2015: 2 complaints 2015 2016: 1 complaint 2016 2019: 0 complaints 2019 2020: 0 complaints 2020 2021: 3 complaints 2021
2006: 216 complaints 2006 2007: 77 complaints 2007 2008: 65 complaints 2008 65 2009: 10 complaints 2009 2010: 30 complaints 2010 2011: 25 complaints 2011 2012: 24 complaints 2012 2013: 9 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2014 2015: 2 complaints 2015 2016: 1 complaint 2016 2019: 0 complaints 2019 2020: 0 complaints 2020 2021: 3 complaints 2021

2008: 65 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20050
2006216
200777
200865
200910
201030
201125
201224
20139
20146
20152
20161
20190
20200
20213

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

31% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

FIRE
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My 2008 BMW 750LI is leaking oil they say its the pressure switch then they said it was the brake buster pump leaking.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-23

Also filed under Electrical system and service brakes

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 BMW 750LI. While driving unknown speeds, the vehicle stalled and the transmission indicator illuminated. In addition, the message 'do not drive' was displayed. The contact stated that the failure occurred multiple times.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-04

With 50,400 miles on the odometer, I've been informed that my transmission failed. Hard shifting from 2ND to 3RD gear.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-12-06

Structure

26% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing body and door.

CRASHINJURY
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After dropping my daughter (Who was sitting in the rear seat of my car) to her school in the morning, I was driving to work. I confirmed that all the doors were closed and latched after she exited the car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-30

Electrical system

20% · 13 reports
CRASHFIRE
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2008 BMW 750LI. Consumer writes in regards to safety recalls repaired and is seeking reimbursement for those repairs. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle contiously has voltage issues. The vehicle was repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-30

Latches/locks/linkages

17% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing latch.

Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 750LI US. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH, the rear passenger door opened inadvertently.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-05-26

-drivers side rear door latch failed while driving -at 35MPH door swung open -door would not close after the fact -motor that seals door ceased to function -potentially fatal had children in the back not been properly buckled in changed comp...

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-02-02

Air bags

15% · 10 reports
CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2012-04-10Engineering analysisClosed 2013-01-24 Vehicle Rollaway
  2. R
    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2008 BMW 750LI — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 20 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 17 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 13 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 12V502000 · Electrical system, power train
  • Recall 17V328000 · Latches/locks/linkages
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 BMW 750LI 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 750LI?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 BMW 750LI 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.