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2014 BMW 750Li Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

56/100

#5 most-complained of 10 750Li years

The 2014 BMW 750Li has a Complaint Index of 56 and ranks 5th worst out of 10 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 6 complaints and 1 recall, with Engine and Fuel System issues each making up 33% of complaints.

Complaints
6
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
19
16 city / 24 hwy

Top 2014 BMW 750Li problems

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

  1. Engine2 (33%)
  2. Fuel System2 (33%)
  3. Airbags1 (17%)
  4. Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (17%)
  5. Other1 (17%)
  6. Structure & Body1 (17%)

What owners report

  • Owners report gray or white smoke coming from the exhaust tailpipes, later traced to faulty engine valve stem seals.
  • Some describe a check engine light coming on with a PCV valve failure diagnosis, accompanied by brittle, leaking hoses.
  • Multiple owners report a gasoline odor inside the cabin or near the vehicle, in one case while driving around 30 MPH and in another while parked.
  • One owner reported a suspected fuel pump or fuel rail issue accompanied by a persistent gas smell.
2014 BMW 750Li complaints: complaints filed per month2Dec 2018Mar 2021Jul 2021May 2022Jul 2023Mar 2024
8 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2018 to Mar 2024; peak Dec 2018 (2).

2014 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.

2014 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.

2014 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
2012Avoid7824116.5
2013Caution679119
2014Caution566119
2015No verdict442119
2016No verdict2211—

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 BMW 750Li reliable?
Compared to other 750Li model years, the 2014 has a Complaint Index of 56 and ranks 5th worst out of 10 years tracked, giving it a Caution verdict. It has fewer complaints than the 2010-2012 model years but more than the 2015-2016 years.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW 750Li?
NHTSA data shows Engine and Fuel System complaints are tied as the top problem areas, each accounting for 33% of complaints. Engine-related median mileage at failure was 108,000 miles, while Fuel System issues showed a median of 87,000 miles.
Does the 2014 BMW 750Li have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 1 recall (campaign 17V379000) covering the Electrical System, related to incorrect replacement left rear taillight assemblies. It is not a do-not-drive recall.
How does the 2014 750Li compare to other years?
The 2014 model year has a Complaint Index of 56, lower than 2010 (89), 2011 (100), and 2012 (78), which are rated Avoid. It is worse than 2013 (67, Caution) and considerably worse than 2015 (44) and 2016 (22).

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.