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2013 BMW 750Li Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

67/100

#4 most-complained of 10 750Li years

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

The 2013 BMW 750Li has 9 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and a Complaint Index of 67, ranking 4th-worst among 10 model years with data. Its verdict is Caution, driven mainly by engine complaints (44% share) reported at a median 46,000 miles.

Complaints
9
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
19
16 city / 24 hwy

Top 2013 BMW 750Li problems

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

  1. Engine4 (44%)
  2. Fuel System2 (22%)
  3. Airbags1 (11%)
  4. Brakes1 (11%)
  5. Electrical System1 (11%)
  6. Structure & Body1 (11%)
  7. Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (11%)

What owners report

  • Fuel leaks into the engine compartment, sometimes producing smoke under the hood without any warning light.
  • The engine warning indicator illuminates repeatedly, and dealers make multiple repairs without fixing the underlying problem.
  • Owners describe the engine stalling or dying suddenly while driving, including a reported crankshaft/rod bearing failure on the N63 engine.
  • The vehicle hesitates to accelerate and the engine sputters or stalls, traced to faulty coils, injectors, and the ECU.
  • The airbag warning light stays on due to high resistance in the driver's airbag valve and an internal short in the airbag module.
  • Door locks fail to respond, trapping occupants inside or preventing the door from opening from outside.
2013 BMW 750Li complaints: complaints filed per month2Jun 2018Feb 2019Dec 2019Dec 2021Mar 2025
11 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2018 to Mar 2025; peak Feb 2019 (2).

2013 BMW 750Li 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.

2013 BMW 750Li fuel economy and fuel cost

City
16 MPG
Highway
24 MPG
Combined
19 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$4,200
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 750Li years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)02550751002010201120122013201420152016201920202021
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2011Avoid10025116.5
2012Avoid7824116.5
2013Caution679119
2014Caution566119
2015No verdict442119

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2013 BMW 750Li reliable?
NHTSA lists 9 complaints and 1 recall for the 2013 750Li, giving it a Complaint Index of 67 and a Caution verdict. It ranks 4th-worst out of 10 model years with data, better than 2010-2012 but worse than 2014 and later years.
What problems does the 2013 BMW 750Li have?
Engine problems make up 44% of complaints, including fuel leaks, stalling, and reported crankshaft/rod bearing failure, at a median 46,000 miles. Fuel system issues follow at 22%, with one fire reported at a median 116,000 miles.
Does the 2013 BMW 750Li have any recalls?
Yes, one recall (17V379000) covers 2013-2015 7 Series and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles that may have received incorrect left rear taillight assemblies. It is not a do-not-drive recall.
Which BMW 750Li model years should I avoid?
Based on Complaint Index, 2010 (89), 2011 (100), and 2012 (78) are rated Avoid, all worse than the 2013 model's index of 67.
How does the 2013 750Li compare to the 2014 750Li?
The 2014 750Li has fewer complaints (6) and a lower Complaint Index (56), putting it in better standing than the 2013 model despite both carrying a Caution verdict.

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.