2014 BMW 740LI recalls and problems

The 2014 BMW 740LI has 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2014 BMW 740LI vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2014 BMW 740LI recalls

Recall 17V-379: Exterior Lighting

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.

2014 BMW 740LI problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Wheels2
Air Bags1
Seat Belts1

Most reported parts

  • Wheels › Rim — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 30,000 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 2014 BMW 740LI complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Seat Belts · at 60,000 miles · reported Mar 13, 2017
The contact owns a 2014 bmw 740li. The contact stated that the front driver's seat belt female connector would not latch. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the female connector failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 BMW 740LI have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 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 2014 BMW 740LI?

Owners report wheels problems most often (2 reports), followed by air bags (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 30,000 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.