AI Damage2011 BMW 750I US: common problems
Owners of the 2011 BMW 750I US filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and powertrain. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 7
What fails most often
- 1 Engine 71% of all complaints
- 2 Powertrain 29% of all complaints
- 3 Electrical system 14% of all complaints
- 4 Suspension 14% of all complaints
- Engine: 5 complaints (71% of all).
- Powertrain: 2 complaints (29% of all).
- Electrical system: 1 complaints (14% of all).
- Suspension: 1 complaints (14% of all).
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 7 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Powertrain | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
The engine failed in heavy traffic while accelerating 28,000 mile on car. I had the vehicle towed to bmw and for repairs. The main problem was leaking fuel injectors failed with no prior warning.. The total cost was approximately 5k not covered under warranty. My car had previously had an insurance claim against it.
I finally gave up and went to acquire my own diagnostics and fault code "400361 ratio monitoring/gearshift 6-5 implausible" which has been determined to be internal transmission failure and recommendations are entire replacement (cost repairs over $10k).
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 750i us. While driving 65 mph, the electronic suspension disengaged and engaged without warning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the diagnostic results were unknown. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.
The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated the fuel pump would have to be replaced. After the repair, the transmission warning light illuminated and the failure recurred.
Then car began to smoke. Smoke became heaver. Car caught fire, burned, and fire spread to our home.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 12,538 of 36,656 model years in the NHTSA data (top 34% most complained about).
What to check before buying
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2011 BMW 750I US?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: engine, powertrain, electrical system. Total complaints: 7. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: engine failure or replacement (14%), fuel system, fuel smell (14%), smoke, burning smell, fire (14%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2011 BMW 750I US?
NHTSA lists 0 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2011 BMW 750I US from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2011 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.