2012 BMW 750LI Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2012 BMW 750LI has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 fires.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (14 reports).

1Recalls
24Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2012 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 2012 BMW 750LI problems

Problem areas named in the 24 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine14
Power Train6
Electrical System4
Wheels3
Unknown Or Other3
Suspension2
Steering2
Tires1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Engine And Engine Cooling1

What owners report

2025-11-24, Electrical System
I went outside and started my car, locked it and came back inside to grab a few things. Approximately five minutes later someone was banging on my door and ringing the doorbell. When I answered they said they had already call the fire department. My car's engine compartment was engulfed in flames and undercarriage covers were also burning. The rear bumper and light assemblies were melting. The doors were stuck windshield exploded and srs systems had activated. Fire department said it was electrical fire. USAA said it is a total loss and the electrical fire was in the engine compartment. My vehicle was parked on the street in front of my house and been driven the evening before and parked
2022-05-06, Service Brakes
The car loses brake at low speeds. This occurs after being in traffic and few stop and go breaks. A google search shows other drivers have experienced the same problem.
2020-11-25, Wheels
MY PIRELLI RUN FLAT TIES ONLY LASTED LESS THAN 8,000 MILES. THE FRONT TIRES ARE BALD! THE REAR TIRES HAVE APPROXIMATELY 3,000 MILES LEFT. UNACCEPTABLE. THIS IS NOT AN ISSUE WITH MY CAR, BUT ONLY WITH THE TIRES. I COULD NOT FIND ANYWHERE ON THIS WEBSITE TO COMPLAIN ABOUT THE TIRES.
2020-07-15, Engine
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 750LI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THE LOW COOLANT MESSAGE APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT THEN TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND HAD THE COOLANT RESERVOIR TOPPED OFF. THE CONTACT RESUMED DRIVING AND THE WARNING LIGHT APPEARED AGAIN. UPON CHECKING THE COOLANT RESERVOIR, THE COOLANT WAS AGAIN TOPPED HOWEVER, THE SAME WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ALONG WITH THE DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION WARNING MESSAGE. THE CONTACT THEN DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS A LEAK COMING FROM THE AUXILIARY WATER PUMP. UPON INVESTIGATION, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V248000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE VEHICLE WAS FIRST TOWE
2020-04-20, Unknown Or Other
MY DRIVE TRAIN INDICATOR COMES ON WHILE I AM DRIVING FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME OR IF I HIT THE GAS TOO FAST IT WOULD CAUSE IT TO COME ON.

2012 BMW 750LI questions

Does the 2012 BMW 750LI have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2012 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 2012 BMW 750LI?

Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (14), Power Train (6), Electrical System (4).

How do I check if a recall on my 2012 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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