There are no safety recalls for the 2011 BMW 740LI, but owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA.
2011 BMW 740LI problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Engine | 3 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
Most reported parts
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 84,000 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2011 BMW 740LI complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Power Train · at 57,000 miles · reported Feb 29, 2024
The contact owns a 2011 BMW 740LI. The contact stated that the transmission failed to shift into park (P) and inadvertently shifted into neutral (N). The contact applied the parking brake while the transmission was shifted to neutral (N) to turn off the vehicle. The Transmission Malfunction message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the TCM needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 57,000.
Electrical System · reported Jan 5, 2022
Vehicle is equipped with soft closing doors. Passenger door actuator malfunctioned which prevented the passenger door from locking. That malfunction short circuited the entire vehicle locking system. It created a unsafe driving condition which locked the driver side door from the inside and outside of the vehicle. Basically locking the driver inside the car. The only way for the driver to exit the vehicle was to climb to another door. If the driver was in a accident and needed to exit the car immediately, he wouldn't be able to do it.
Electrical System · reported Jan 4, 2022
Electric water pump failed. While driving, engine overheated and warning light illuminated. I immediately pulled over and my car was towed in for repairs. Why wasn't the N54 engine not included in the recall campaign#11V-521? Also, my fuel line was found to be leaking when this car was towed in for the electric water pump repairs. I did smell fuel on days prior to this incident, but I mistakenly ignored the smells. This whole incident had the potential to be catastrophic.
Power Train · at 135,522 miles · reported Aug 26, 2020
The gear shifter blinks in neutral when the car is in park. A notification on the display says "secure vehicle with parking break when stationary.
Electrical System · at 41,287 miles · reported Jan 2, 2020
Walking out of the grocery store I noticed my car had moved, hit the curb and damaged my bottom front bumper. I started and turned on my car and then noticed the shifter was on neutral and not parked. Shifter would only shift to any gear except for the parking gear. I drove my car home and tried parking my car in the garage, but had to use the emergency parking so it wouldn't roll again. Shifter won't go back to parking gear ever since that day.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 BMW 740LI have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2011 BMW 740LI as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 BMW 740LI?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (4 reports), followed by engine (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 84,000 miles.
Are BMW recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.