NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 14 owner complaints for the 2014 BMW 7 Series. Most complaints involve engine and engine cooling (2) and engine (2). The EPA rates it 15–22 mpg combined.
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."
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“The contact owns a 2014 BMW 750I. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated. The contact stated that an oil change had been performed several days before the failure. The contact topped off the oil. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the contact was advised to complete an oil consumption test for 1,000 miles and then return to the dealer with the vehicle. The failure reoccurred and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed with a coolant leak into the engine and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed about a class action lawsuit for coolant leaking into the engine. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 39,500.”
“Auxiliary Turbo water pump match the recall by part number I took vehicle to bmw dealer They only go by vin number so they refuse to help The part is on a recall do to circuit board and overheating N63 with a recall auxiliary turbo water pump Part # 11 51 7 629 916”
“The light come on”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 740i Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,500 | 398 |
| 740Li Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,500 | 398 |
| 750i Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,850 | 456 |
| 750Li Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,050 | 465 |
| 760Li Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 20 | 15 | $5,150 | 584 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
1 safety recall as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine and engine cooling (2), engine (2), air bags (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2014 BMW 7 Series at 15–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (5 versions rated).