2011 BMW 750I Us

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Engine5
2. Power train2
3. Electrical system1
4. Suspension1
5. Unknown or other1

Latest complaints

• Jul 17, 2017FL99,000 mi
  Engine
  I purchased this car second-hand after noting that it had an extensive dealer service history and had an extended warranty. After buying it, it began misfiring and was diagnosed with bad fuel injectors, which IS a notorious problem for the BMW N63 engine. Certain production dates have been given an…

  I purchased this car second-hand after noting that it had an extensive dealer service history and had an extended warranty. After buying it, it began misfiring and was diagnosed with bad fuel injectors, which IS a notorious problem for the BMW N63 engine. Certain production dates have been given an extended limited warranty - mine did not. The manufacturer did a "customer care package" voluntary recall, which was performed on my car but didn't fix the problem. considering the problem with my car IS a known defect, I think BMW should stand behind their product and have it fixed, as it presents a valid safety concern.

• Apr 12, 2017TX79,000 mi
  Engine

  TL* the contact owns a 2011 BMW 750I us. While driving, the vehicle began to idle roughly. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided an extended warranty. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was 79,000.

• May 14, 2016IN28,000 mi
  Engine · Unknown or other
  The engine failed in heavy traffic while accelerating 28,000 mile on car. I had the vehicle towed to BMW and for repairs. The main problem was leaking fuel injectors failed with no prior warning.. The total cost was approximately 5K not covered under warranty. My car had previously had an insurance…

  The engine failed in heavy traffic while accelerating 28,000 mile on car. I had the vehicle towed to BMW and for repairs. The main problem was leaking fuel injectors failed with no prior warning.. The total cost was approximately 5K not covered under warranty. My car had previously had an insurance claim against it. Prior to the purchase of car I called BMW and was told the warranty was still in effect. Recently I took my car in for an oil change only and was told that it required substantial warranty repairs. I told them about our previous warranty dispute where they claimed warranty was voided. They said that was irrelevant for these repairs and they would cover it under N63 customer care package regardless of mileage on vehicle. They replaced many components including vacuum pump maf sensors and several lines and hoses. The fuel injectors were also on the list to be replaced however since I'D already paid and had it done prior I needed to send in the receipts too BMW corporate for reimbursement. The corporate group responded that I was not covered and refused payment. I received a call from a lady who stated that since the car was not officially a recall they were not required to do any of the repairs. She stated that was a distinct difference between a recall and voluntary N63 customer care package. Therefore they're attempt at avoiding a formal recall and bad publicity IS leaving some dangerous cars on the road with the owners being unaware they could have catastrophic engine failure at any moment. BMW should be required to notify all owners of the danger of driving theses cars without repair of defective components. BMW never notified me despite having my address that I was driving a car that could catastrophically fail without additional repairs.

• Apr 12, 2016CA57,500 mi
  Engine · Power train
  I purchased vehicle in sep 2015. The very 1ST week driving the vehicle, I received a transmission malfunction code almost every time I'm driving and picking up speed which originated when 1ST purchased @ 57K miles. I addressed it to 3RD party major dealer, autonation of toyota irvine, ca, and all…

  I purchased vehicle in sep 2015. The very 1ST week driving the vehicle, I received a transmission malfunction code almost every time I'm driving and picking up speed which originated when 1ST purchased @ 57K miles. I addressed it to 3RD party major dealer, autonation of toyota irvine, ca, and all they managed to perform on vehicle was a software update. Faulty code continued to pop up and driving capabilities continued to be delayed. I finally gave up and went to acquire my own diagnostics and fault code "400361 ratio monitoring/gearshift 6-5 implausible" which has been determined to be internal transmission failure and recommendations are entire replacement (cost repairs over $10K). I communicated this to the ceo of toyota irvine named [xxx] and he requested that I forward diagnostic proof and he'd agree to see what can be done. Now april 2016 still have had no respond back from anyone @ toyota and they have just blown me away. Finally as we speak my vehicle IS now @ BMW monrovia, ca awaiting transmission replacement (had to save up enough $) and currently have been made aware of other recalls and serviced for such as turbo booster & engine fuel crankcase line hoses etc(bulletin b001314) and may or may not include power train but include timing chain, battery, cylinder head cover ventilation lines, fuel pressure sensors and mass air flows ). Vehicle now @ 70K miles and I've been made aware also of 2 collapsed engine mounts as well. I've made all this aware to BMW of north america and as I can agree with them it's difficult to accept fault due to 3RD party sale of vehicle. Yet, they claimed they would get back me within 24hrs to view service history etc. Also, dealer claimed that they could probably get away with changing only transmission valve body but BMW of north america recommended entire transmission replacement and a $5K difference in cost. Thank you kindly. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr

• Sep 22, 2015CA115,000 mi
  Electrical system · Suspension

  TL* the contact owns a 2011 BMW 750I us. While driving 65 mph, the electronic suspension disengaged and engaged without warning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the diagnostic results were unknown. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.

• May 10, 2013DC18,000 mi
  Power train
  TL* the contact owns a 2011 BMW 750I. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated the fuel pump would have to be replaced. After the repair, the transmission warning light illuminated and…

  TL* the contact owns a 2011 BMW 750I. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated the fuel pump would have to be replaced. After the repair, the transmission warning light illuminated and the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the transmission was replaced. The contact continued to experience the failure. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer a third time. the contact was not aware of the necessary repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 18,000. *Tr

• Jul 2, 2012MO13,242 miFire
  Engine

  After running errands, car was parked in garage at our residence. we noticed that car emitted a burning odor. then car began to smoke. smoke became heaver. car caught fire, burned, and fire spread to our home. *js

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 10249437The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
• 10249027The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle discharged battery complaints.
• 10247567Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: 032B43 - Low fuel pressure system, electric fuel pump: pressure value too low CDA594 - Message (- 0x33E) missing, receiver DME, transmitter TFE
• 10245422Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicles equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation (folding the mirrors/blinking confirmation) is noticeable. Additionally, the red anti-theft alarm LED in the interior mirror does not briefly flash every 2 seconds, indicating the alarm is armed.
• 10215024The engine?s intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?eligible USspecification
• 10145320CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative.
• 10145306NAVIGATION SYSTEM: REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
• 10145298MEMORY SEAT ADJUSTMENT IS LIMITED: After programming the vehicle with ISTA 4.10.2x, the adjustment range of the memory seat may restricted.
• 10145279PRELIMINARY CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT INFORMATION: N63 OIL CONSUMPTION/BATTERY DRAIN: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a preliminary nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs (Class Members) in the following class action: Bang, et al v. BMW of North America, et al.
• 10143569BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional.
• 10143564NAVIGATION SYSTEM: REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
• 10142945Bluetooth Connection Failures: There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones: Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge.
• 10142943Side View Camera Does Not Display Picture.
• 10142933TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.
• 10142929CRACKING NOISES FROM THE FRONT AXLE AREA WHILE TURNING THE WHEELS, WHEN STATIONARY OR PARKING: Cracking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or when turning the steering wheel while stationary.
• 10138402INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY IMPLAUSIBLE: In the Instrument Cluster (Kombi) display you may observe an implausible outside temperature reading.
• 10138386Cracking noises from the front axle area while turning the wheels, when stationary or parking
• 10136745ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information
• 10136738NBT Head Unit High (HU-H) Resets Intermittently or Permanently
• 10136361HEADUNIT NAVIGATION MAPS (HU-H HU-H2 HU-B): The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (7/2012+).
• 10136352BMW Maintenance Program: 12-Volt Battery Replacement Measure: This bulletin outlines a customer satisfaction measure that has been designed exclusively for the BMW vehicles listed above.
• 10136344TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.
• 10135054BMW APPS RANDOMLY STARTS PLAYING ON ITS OWN: While listening to FM, or AM, or Satellite Radio (SDARs), the audio source randomly switches to BMW Apps (Pandora, Spotify, Audible etc.) with no input from driver or passenger.
• 10135021N63, N63TU, S63 and S63TU Engines: Oil Leak from the Rear: Customer complains that engine oil is leaking from the center of the vehicle. When verified, the engine oil residue can be seen leaking from between the engine and the transmission bell housing.
• 10135020N63T CCM LOW OIL LEVEL NOT DISPLAYED: Drivetrain Malfunction Warning is illuminated, and DME fault code 1C4002 (Engine oil level: too low) is stored. Customer complains that Check Control Message (Low Oil level) has never been displayed.
• 10135019Engine Oil Quick Reference Chart and Drain Plug Torque: The current version of ISTA/D has an error in the engine oil capacity specification for all vehicles with the N63R engine and xDrive.
• 10057568BMW: on some vehicles, when starting, low beam, with 0552 option, would briefly flashes, due to a faulty led main light module that needs replacing. Model 2008-14 F01, F02, F06, F07, F10, F12, F13, F25.
• 10041408BMW: changes have been made to the vehicles display elements of the tire pressure monitor system.
• 10038217BMW: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles. Updated on 4/24/2013.
• 10037025BMW: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty.
• 10036979BMW: a new technical process has been created for BMW to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models.