2009 BMW 750LI
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 216 |
| 2007 | 77 |
| 2008 | 65 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
6 of 10 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
Driving on the highway at speed limit of 55 MPH and the drive train blew and when I was giving gas the car was not pulling ... My cylinders are misfiring and the car shakes ridiculously…
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-03-05
Heavy oil consumption
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-03-04
Electric water pump, I took my BMW to the dealership in which they told me that they needed to change the water pump, they have a recall for the 2011 and above but not for the 2009 and my vehicle is having the same exact problems as the recall…
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-31
Power train
2 of 10 total reports mention: power train.
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 10 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Show complaint excerpts
The fuel injectors were defective and needed to be replaced. BMW would not sell the exact injectors because the unit was redesigned because the version that came with the car had excessive failures.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-03-10
Electrical system
2 of 10 total reports mention: electrical system.
Visibility/wiper
1 of 10 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2018-06-15Engine and engine cooling18V248000 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2009 BMW 750LI — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V248000 · Engine and engine cooling
FAQ
- Is the 2009 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 2009 BMW 750LI?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 BMW 750LI have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.