MYRModel Year Report

2011 BMW 750LI

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2011 BMW 750LI
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:33:43.418Z

Only 25 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 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 750LI Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2011 highlighted. 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 216 complaints 2007: 77 complaints 2007 2008: 65 complaints 2009: 10 complaints 2009 2010: 30 complaints 2011: 25 complaints 2011 2012: 24 complaints 2013: 9 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2015: 2 complaints 2015 2016: 1 complaints 2019: 0 complaints 2019 2020: 0 complaints 2021: 2 complaints 2021
2011: 25 complaints
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YearComplaints
20050
2006216
200777
200865
200910
201030
201125
201224
20139
20146
20152
20161
20190
20200
20212

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 25 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

8 of 25 total reports mention: power train.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 750LI. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 25 MPH WHEN THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED, CAUSING THE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE AND THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120404

SINCE NEW, MY CAR'S STEERING HAS PULLED DANGEROUSLY TO THE RIGHT, SUCH THAT MY HANDS MUST REMAIN ON THE STEERING WHEEL TO KEEP THE CAR DRIVING STRAIGHT, AND IF I LET GO AND COAST THE CAR VEERS TO THE RIGHT AND INTO NEIGHBORING LANES ON A MOMENTS...

NHTSA ODI report, 20111003

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

7 of 25 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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[XXX] My car called fire I have a BMW seven series 750 LI apparently there was a cooling pump that Bmw put on the car that calls us fires.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240806

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 750LI. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE AT A STANDSTILL, THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO LOCAL DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF FAILURE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210510

ENGINE

5 of 25 total reports mention: engine.

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BMW 2011 HAS ONLY 88,000 MILES AND BOTH HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMPS NEED TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $1400.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171130

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

3 of 25 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 750LI. WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, IT SHOOK AND THERE WAS A BURNING ODOR OF FUEL PRESENT. IN ADDITION, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150209

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 25 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE
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The contact owns a 2011 BMW 750LI. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked next to the house with the engine turned off for approximately one hour before suddenly smoke was present coming from under the hood of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240711

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 750LI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED A BURNING ODOR. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE USED AN ABNORMAL AMOUNT OF COOLANT. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180810

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

2011 BMW 750LI — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 18V248000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2011 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 2011 BMW 750LI?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2011 BMW 750LI 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.