Is the 2013 BMW 740i reliable based on owner complaints?

NHTSA lists a complaint index of 75 for the 2013 740i, ranking 4th worst out of 13 model years covered for this model.

What problems have owners reported with the 2013 BMW 740i?

NHTSA has one complaint on file for this model year, involving the airbag system in a crash at 20,000 miles that resulted in 2 injuries.

Does the 2013 BMW 740i have any recalls?

Yes, one recall (campaign 17V379000) covers 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li, and 750Lxi models plus the 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 for incorrect left rear taillight assemblies. It is not a do-not-drive recall.

How does the 2013 740i compare to other 740i years?

The 2013 model's complaint index of 75 is higher than 2012 (33), 2014 (58), 2015 (8), 2017 (50), 2018 (42), 2020 (17), 2021 (25), and 2024 (67), but lower than 2016 (83), 2019 (100), and 2023 (92).

2013 BMW 740i Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2013 BMW 740i has a complaint index of 75, ranking 4th worst among 13 model years of this model. NHTSA lists 1 complaint involving an airbag-related crash at 20,000 miles and 1 recall covering incorrect left rear taillight assemblies.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 75/100; #4 of 13 740i years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 1; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 1; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 1; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 2
Top issue: Airbags
Best nearby year: 2018; rated Good

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 22; 19 city / 28 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 2 / 0

2013 BMW 740i recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

NHTSA 17V379000Jun 14, 2017Electrical System92 vehicles
Exterior lighting
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li and 750Lxi and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have received incorrect replacement left rear taillight assemblies. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Vehicles with the incorrect left rear lamp assemblies may be less conspicuous to other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect left rear taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2013 BMW 740i fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 19 MPG
Highway: 28 MPG
Combined: 22 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $3,650; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Premium
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2013 compared with other 740i years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2012	No verdict	33	4	1	20
2013	No verdict	75	1	1	22
2014	No verdict	58	1	1	22
2015	No verdict	8	1	1	22

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2013 BMW 740i reliable based on owner complaints?: NHTSA lists a complaint index of 75 for the 2013 740i, ranking 4th worst out of 13 model years covered for this model.
What problems have owners reported with the 2013 BMW 740i?: NHTSA has one complaint on file for this model year, involving the airbag system in a crash at 20,000 miles that resulted in 2 injuries.
Does the 2013 BMW 740i have any recalls?: Yes, one recall (campaign 17V379000) covers 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li, and 750Lxi models plus the 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 for incorrect left rear taillight assemblies. It is not a do-not-drive recall.
How does the 2013 740i compare to other 740i years?: The 2013 model's complaint index of 75 is higher than 2012 (33), 2014 (58), 2015 (8), 2017 (50), 2018 (42), 2020 (17), 2021 (25), and 2024 (67), but lower than 2016 (83), 2019 (100), and 2023 (92).