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2024 BMW 740i Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

67/100

#5 most-complained of 13 740i years

The 2024 BMW 740i has 3 NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls, with a complaint index of 67, ranking 5th worst among 13 model years of the 740i. Brakes account for 67% of complaints and are also the focus of 4 of the 5 recalls.

Complaints
3
Recalls
5
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
27.5
24.5 city / 31 hwy

Top 2024 BMW 740i problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Brakes2 (67%)
  2. Electrical System1 (33%)
  3. Other1 (33%)

What owners report

  • Owners report the integrated brake system needing repair under recall, with parts delayed at dealers for an extended period.
  • Drivers describe brake performance feeling off in traffic or when slowing to a stop from a distance.
  • One owner expressed concern that a brake issue could occur unexpectedly while driving with a child in the car.
2024 BMW 740i complaints: complaints filed per month2Oct 2024Jan 2025May 2025
4 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2024 to May 2025; peak Jan 2025 (2).

2024 BMW 740i recalls

5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V422000Jul 1, 2026Brakes428 vehicles

    Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

    Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V739 or 24V104 will need to have the new remedy completed.

  2. NHTSA 24V739000Oct 2, 2024Brakes11,579 vehicles

    Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module

    BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

    Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under recall number 24V-104 and will need to have the new remedy completed.

  3. NHTSA 24V697000Sep 18, 2024Brakes309 vehicles

    Electronic stability control (esc):control module

    BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of models. The welds in the servomotor of the integrated brake control module may break, causing a loss of power brake assist and rear brake function. In addition, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system may not function.

    Risk: A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.

See all 5 recalls for the 2024 BMW 740i →

2024 BMW 740i fuel economy and fuel cost

City
24.5 MPG
Highway
31 MPG
Combined
27.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,900
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.

2024 compared with other 740i years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2021No verdict251224
2023Avoid9211927
2024No verdict673527.5
2025No verdict00327.5

All BMW 740i years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 BMW 740i reliable?
NHTSA lists 3 complaints and 5 recalls for the 2024 BMW 740i, giving it a complaint index of 67. That ranks it 5th worst out of 13 model years of the 740i, so it sits in the middle of the pack rather than at either extreme.
What is the top problem area for the 2024 BMW 740i?
Brakes are the top problem area, making up 67% of complaints (2 of 3), followed by the electrical system at 33% (1 of 3).
Does the 2024 BMW 740i have brake recalls?
Yes. Four of the five recalls affecting the 2024 740i involve the integrated brake system, covering campaigns 26V422000, 24V739000, 24V697000, and 24V104000.
How does the 2024 740i compare to other years?
With a complaint index of 67, the 2024 740i ranks better than 2023 (index 92, marked Avoid) and 2016 (index 75, marked Avoid), but worse than years like 2018 (index 42, marked Good) and 2020 (index 17).
What is the fuel economy of the 2024 BMW 740i?
The 2024 740i gets an EPA-rated 27.5 mpg combined (24.5 city / 31 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,900.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.