2009 BMW 750LI Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2009 BMW 750LI has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (6 reports).

1Recalls
10Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2009 BMW 750LI recalls

Electric water pump can overheat and cause a fire

Recall 18V248Apr 18, 201847,806 vehicles affected

The electric auxiliary water pump in these vehicles may fail, causing its circuit board to overheat.

Most common 2009 BMW 750LI problems

Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine6
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Power Train2
Electrical System2
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Suspension1
Visibility/Wiper1

What owners report

2022-07-28, Engine
The contact owns a 2009 BMW 750LI. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, there was a loud rattling sounding coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a certificated mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the timing belt was worn and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted and the contact was informed that a representative would provide a callback. The manufacturer was contacted and suggested that the vehicle be diagnosed. The failure mileage was 107,000.
2021-03-31, Electrical System
MY ELECTRIC AUXILLARY WATER PUMP IS BAD AND HEATS UP MY CIRCUIT BOARD....ALSO THE TIMING BOLTS ON THE CAMSHAFT ARE BAD
2020-06-29, Engine
MY CAR IS BMW 750 LI 2009. EVERY 40 MILES, THE OIL SHOWS DROP TO DOWN ON FULL LEVEL AT MY OIL LEVEL SCREEN, ALSO I AM ALWAYS FILL IN NEW OIL ON OIL CRANK EVERY TIME DROP IT DOWN. AND NO DRIP OR LEAKING OUTSIDE ON THE GROUND, I AM ALWAYS CHECK THE I- DRIVE OIL LEVEL ON THE SCREEN. AND THE MILES AROUND 73.000 MILES, AND ALSO I HAVE RECALL NHTSA, THAT SAY RECALL ON ENGINE AND COOLING
2020-04-27, Electrical System
ON A DAY-TO-DAY BASIS MY CAR WOULD DRIVE PROBLY 80 MILES IN THE CITY AND WHEN I'M ON THE HIGHWAY THE TRANSMISSION WILL START SLIPPING WHILE GOING 65 MILES AN HOUR AND ALMOST COME TO A DEAD STOP ON THE HIGHWAY ALONG WITH THAT THE BATTERY ALSO DRAINING ALL THE TIME WHILE DRIVING AND I HAVE TO CHARGE THE BATTERY ALL THE TIME.
2020-03-05, Engine
DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT SPEED LIMIT OF 55 MPH AND THE DRIVE TRAIN BLEW AND WHEN I WAS GIVING GAS THE CAR WAS NOT PULLING ... MY CYLINDERS ARE MISFIRING AND THE CAR SHAKES RIDICULOUSLY BAD

2009 BMW 750LI questions

Does the 2009 BMW 750LI have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2009 BMW 750LI: Electric water pump can overheat and cause a fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 BMW 750LI?

Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (6), Fuel/Propulsion System (2), Power Train (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2009 BMW 750LI has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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