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2014 BMW 750i Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

80/100

#3 most-complained of 11 750i years

The 2014 BMW 750i has a complaint index of 80, ranking 3rd worst among 11 model years covered. NHTSA lists 4 complaints, 1 recall, 1 crash, and 1 injury, with Engine and Structure & Body issues each accounting for half of complaints.

Complaints
4
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
19.5
16.5 city / 24.5 hwy

Top 2014 BMW 750i problems

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

  1. Engine2 (50%)
  2. Structure & Body2 (50%)

What owners report

  • Rear-end collisions have triggered the driver-side headrest to deploy forward, striking the driver's head and neck.
  • Driver side doors sometimes fail to open from the inside using the handle, requiring a reset of the automatic locks from the center dashboard.
  • Owners with the N63 engine report the auxiliary turbo water pump is tied to a recall involving an overheating circuit board.
  • The low oil pressure warning light has illuminated shortly after an oil change, with the dealer advising an oil consumption test at 39,500 miles.
2014 BMW 750i complaints: complaints filed per month1Jul 2015Nov 2020Nov 2023Apr 2024
4 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2015 to Apr 2024; peak Jul 2015 (1).

2014 BMW 750i recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. 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.

2014 BMW 750i fuel economy and fuel cost

City
16.5 MPG
Highway
24.5 MPG
Combined
19.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$4,100
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.

2014 compared with other 750i years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)025507510020102011201220132014201520162017201820202021
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2012Caution709116.5
2013Caution507119
2014No verdict804119.5
2015No verdict00119.5
2016Caution608019.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 BMW 750i reliable?
NHTSA data shows the 2014 BMW 750i has a complaint index of 80, the third worst of 11 model years tracked for this model, with 4 complaints and 1 recall on record.
What are the main problem areas for the 2014 BMW 750i?
Engine and Structure & Body issues each make up 50% of complaints, with the median mileage at failure reported as 39,500 miles for engine issues and 56,500 miles for structure and body issues.
Does the 2014 BMW 750i have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists one recall (campaign 17V379000) for an electrical system issue involving incorrect left rear taillight assemblies on certain 2013-2015 BMW 7 Series and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles.
How does the 2014 750i compare to other 750i model years?
The 2014 model's complaint index of 80 is higher than the 2011 (40), 2013 (50), 2016 (60), and 2017 (30) model years, but lower than the 2010 (100) and 2020 (90) model years.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 BMW 750i?
EPA data lists the 2014 750i at 19.5 mpg combined, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,100.

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.