2011 BMW 750i Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2011 BMW 750i ranks 11th out of 16 model years for reported problems, with a complaint index of 33 and a Good verdict relative to other 750i years. Owners reported 6 complaints, half involving the transmission and powertrain, with a median failure mileage of 89,000.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 33/100
- #11 of 16 750i years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 6
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 1
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Transmission & Powertrain
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 16.5
- 14.5 city / 21 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2011 BMW 750i problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (50%)
- Electrical System2 (33%)
- Engine2 (33%)
- Brakes1 (17%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report the N63 engine burning and leaking oil excessively, sometimes needing added oil every 1,200 to 1,400 miles driven.
- Some describe gaskets and o-rings warping and leaking oil due to excessive engine heat.
- One owner reported the vehicle shutting down abruptly while driving, locking wheels or slamming into park with loss of steering control and airbag warning lights flashing.
- Another owner reported the drivetrain malfunction warning illuminating along with vibration at 40 mph.
- One report describes a loud bang from underneath the car during acceleration from a stop, suspected to involve the driveshaft or differential connection.
- One owner reported the hybrid battery failing before reaching 50,000 miles.
2011 BMW 750i recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 18V248000Apr 18, 2018Engine47,806 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine
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 Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
Risk: If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
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. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
2011 BMW 750i fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 14.5 MPG
- Highway
- 21 MPG
- Combined
- 16.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $4,850
- 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.
2011 compared with other 750i years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2011 BMW 750i reliable?
- Relative to other 750i model years, the 2011 has a Good verdict with a complaint index of 33 and ranks 11th out of 16 years for reported problems.
- What problems does the 2011 BMW 750i have?
- NHTSA complaints for this year center on transmission and powertrain issues (50% of complaints), electrical system issues (33%), and engine issues (33%), including oil consumption and leaks tied to the N63 engine.
- Does the 2011 BMW 750i have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists one recall for the 2011 750i, covering replacement of the electric auxiliary water pump; it is not a do-not-drive recall.
- What is the median mileage for reported failures on the 2011 750i?
- NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage at failure of 89,000 miles for this model year, with engine-related complaints reaching a median of 103,600 miles.
- How does the 2011 750i compare to other years like 2006 or 2007?
- The 2011 750i has a much lower complaint index (33) than the 2006 (93) and 2007 (100) model years, both rated Avoid, making 2011 one of the better years for the 750i.