NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 4 owner complaints for the 2015 BMW 7 Series. Most complaints involve engine (2) and engine and engine cooling (1). 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.
“While stopped at light car will shut off. You have to restart”
“The contact owns a 2015 BMW 750LI. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle shutoff. The contact stated that the drivetrain malfunction message was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that there was a voltage malfunction and that the radiator pump, Oxygen sensor, hose inlet gasket ring, and hose clamp needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 126,000.”
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 | 396 |
| 740Li Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,500 | 396 |
| 750i Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,850 | 439 |
| 750i xDrive Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,050 | 477 |
| 750Li Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,050 | 463 |
| 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 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (2), engine and engine cooling (1), power train (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2015 BMW 7 Series at 15–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).