2013 BMW 740LI recalls
Reported Jun 14, 2017 · 92 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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 740LI problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Trunk Lid › Lock — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 32,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2013 BMW 740LI complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine · at 68,000 miles · reported Jan 27, 2021
Ii was on florida turnpike late night around 10.30pm with my wife going south and all of sudden we hear loud noise from our car and the car started to shut off by itself in the middle of the highway . I was going on 70 miles per hour and was very lucky that there was only few cars on the road I was able to steer it to the shoulder . After coming out of the car I see lot of smoke and lots of oil coming out of the engine . And I saw there was a trail of oil behind the car. We were stuck on tpk for 4 hour in cold before any help could arrive . Fhp trooper stop by and said that we had a broken…
Power Train · at 101,000 miles · reported Jul 22, 2019
The contact owns a 2013 bmw 740li. While driving 60 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the front of the vehicle. Afterwards, the vehicle shifted into first gear and veered to the shoulder of the road. The contact turned the vehicle off and on while the driveshaft warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed by the contact's insurance company to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the driveshaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not…
Unknown or Other · at 32,000 miles · reported Mar 31, 2016
The doors would not unlock by touch or with the remote. Had to use the slide out key to unlock the drivers side door. Once inside the vehicle the button inside would not unlock the other doors. Pulling the door handle any number of times would not open the other 3 doors. I had to crawl over the center console to exit the vehicle. Not very safe in an emergency situation, which could be at anytime with a medical condition I suffer from.
Latches/Locks/Linkages · at 3,000 miles · reported Nov 12, 2014
The contact owns a 2013 bmw 740li. The contact stated that the passenger side trunk piston fractured and the lid crashed onto the contact's back. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the passenger side trunk piston and lid needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 3,000. Updated 12/30/14
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 7,000 miles · reported Nov 12, 2014
The contact owns a 2013 bmw 740li. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the fuel compromised warning light illuminated, the vehicle shut off, and the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing and the fuel pump was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 7,000. Updated 12/30/14
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2013 BMW 740LI have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 BMW 740LI: 17V-379 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 BMW 740LI?
Owners report air bags problems most often (1 reports), followed by latches/locks/linkages (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 32,000 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.