BMW 740Li recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
9 recalls found for the BMW 740Li in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 32 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 BMW 740Li | 1 | 4 |
| 2021 BMW 740Li | 5 | 0 |
| 2020 BMW 740Li | 4 | 0 |
| 2019 BMW 740Li | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 BMW 740Li | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 BMW 740Li | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 BMW 740Li | 1 | 3 |
| 2013 BMW 740Li | 1 | 7 |
| 2012 BMW 740Li | 1 | 5 |
| 2011 BMW 740Li | 0 | 11 |
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Newest BMW 740Li recalls
- Sep 25, 202525V644000Electrical system145,102 vehiclesBMW 840i, 740Li and 4 more models
After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.
- Feb 10, 202121V062000Service brakes, hydraulic893 vehiclesBMW X5, X7 and 10 more models
The rotor and shaft within the integrated brake system may not have been welded properly and could separate during a hard braking event, possibly resulting in a loss of the…
- Feb 3, 202121V046000Power train28 vehiclesBMW 530i, 540i and 1 more model
The output shafts (left/right) which transfer power from the driveshaft to the rear wheels may break due to a heat treatment error during supplier production.
- Dec 9, 202020V761000Electrical system812 vehiclesBMW 530i, 540i and 7 more models
The connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator may not have been assembled properly, which can cause increased electrical resistance at the connections.
- Jun 30, 202020V379000Child seat16 vehiclesBMW 740Li, 750Li and 2 more models
The top child seat tether anchor on the rear middle seat may not be readily accessible.
- Sep 27, 201919V684000Back over prevention257,473 vehiclesBMW 530e, BMW 530i and 23 more models
The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is…
- Jun 14, 201717V379000Exterior lighting92 vehiclesBMW 740i, 740Li and 6 more models
The affected vehicles may have received incorrect replacement left rear taillight assemblies.
- Feb 2, 201717V067000Power train8,752 vehiclesBMW 1 Series M, 135i and 8 more models
The rear driveshaft constant velocity (CV) joint on the affected vehicles may fatigue and break.