YearToAvoid

2011 BMW 750Li Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Caution The 2011 BMW 750Li has 25 NHTSA complaints, a complaint index of 71, and 1 recall, ranking 5th worst among 15 model years. It carries a Caution verdict, with engine, transmission, and electrical issues the top concerns.

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

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
71/100
#5 of 15 750Li years
Verdict
Caution
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
25
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
1
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
0
reported in complaints
Fires
4
Injuries
0
Top issue
Engine
Best nearby year
2014
rated Good
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
16.5
14 city / 20.5 hwy
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Top 2011 BMW 750Li problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Engine8 (32%)
  2. Transmission & Powertrain8 (32%)
  3. Electrical System7 (28%)
  4. Fuel System3 (12%)
  5. Other3 (12%)
  6. Brakes2 (8%)
  7. Steering2 (8%)
  8. Structure & Body2 (8%)
  9. Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (8%)
  10. Airbags1 (4%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • Some owners report a burning odor and abnormal coolant use linked to the electric auxiliary water pump covered under recall 18V248000, with parts sometimes unavailable for repair.
  • Several report smoke or fire from the engine bay or ECM wire harness, in one case requiring the owner to extinguish flames with water.
  • One owner described smoke coming from the driver side door while the vehicle was parked, with no repair made.
  • A steering pull to the right was reported from new, persisting after four dealer alignments.
  • One owner reported an ABS warning light at 8,900 miles that led to a loss of all-wheel drive and traction control, followed by a loss of vehicle control in wet weather.
  • Another reported vibration at 40 mph with fuel fumes entering the cabin, traced to fuel injectors needing replacement.
2011 BMW 750Li complaints: complaints filed per month2Oct 2011Feb 2015Apr 2016Mar 2017Jan 2018Aug 2018Aug 2020Jul 2024
25 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2011 to Aug 2024; peak Mar 2017 (2).

2011 BMW 750Li recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. 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 750Li fuel economy and fuel cost

City
14 MPG
Highway
20.5 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 750Li years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’19’20’21
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2009Caution5710117
2010Avoid7930116.5
2011Caution7125116.5
2012Caution6424116.5
2013Caution509119

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2011 BMW 750Li reliable?
NHTSA data shows 25 complaints and a complaint index of 71 for the 2011 750Li, giving it a Caution verdict. It ranks 5th worst out of 15 model years covered.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 BMW 750Li?
Owners most often report Engine issues (8 complaints, 32% share) and Transmission & Powertrain issues (8 complaints, 32% share), followed by Electrical System problems (7 complaints, 28% share).
Does the 2011 BMW 750Li have a recall?
Yes, one recall (18V248000) covers the electric auxiliary water pump on 2011-2012 750Li and related BMW models; dealers replace the pump free of charge.
At what mileage do 2011 BMW 750Li problems typically occur?
Median mileage at failure for this model year is 73,000 miles, with the Electrical System problem area showing a higher median of 92,000 miles.
How does the 2011 750Li compare to other model years?
The 2011 model's complaint index of 71 is lower than the 2006-2008 and 2010 model years, all rated Avoid, but higher than 2012-2014, which rate Caution or Good.

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.