7 Series (G11)
Data covers 9 NHTSA model names
Reliability Score
Complaints by Engine Code
3.0-V6-Gas
3.0L 6-cyl / 320 hpView details
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4.4-V8-Gas
4.4L 8-cyl / 448 hpView details
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Show 3 additional engine variants with limited data
2.0-I4-PHEV
2.0L 4-cyl / 255 hpView details
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BMW 7 Series Unidentified Engine
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6.6-V12-Gas
6.6L 12-cyl / 600 hpView details
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Owner Complaints by System
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the BMW 7 Series, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.
What to check on a used 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series
On a used 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series, the systems with the most NHTSA owner complaints are the electrical system (17), the engine (13) and the seats, seat belts and interior (7). Each one has an inspection step below, with counts as of 2026-10-12. A complaint is an owner report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
- Switch on every electrical item in turn: lights, windows, locks, wipers, climate fan, screen and power outlets.Costly repair. NHTSA has 17 owner complaints on the 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series about the electrical system.
- Start the engine cold and listen for the first 30 seconds, then again at idle once it is warm.Costly repair. NHTSA has 13 owner complaints on the 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series about the engine, all engines combined.
- Latch and tug every seat belt, move every seat through its full travel and lock each seatback.Safety. NHTSA has 7 owner complaints on the 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series about the seats, seat belts and interior.
- Measure the tread on all four tires, read the date codes and look at each wheel.Safety. NHTSA has 7 owner complaints on the 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series about the wheels and tires.
- Switch the ignition on and watch the airbag light. On the drive, check the backup camera and any collision or lane warning.Safety. NHTSA has 7 owner complaints on the 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series about the airbags and driver-assist systems.
Recalls (1)
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 740Li, 750Li, and 750Lxi vehicles manufactured July 1, 2015, to December 11, 2015. The affected vehicles have an air bag control module that may randomly reset due to an electrical short circuit as a result of residual metallic particles from the manufacturing process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series complaints?
Owners have filed 64 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series. The systems they name most often are the electrical system, the engine and the interior.
Is the 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series a good used car?
That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 64 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series have?
NHTSA has 64 owner complaints on file for the 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
What recalls affect the 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series?
NHTSA lists 1 recall covering some 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series vehicles. Which ones apply depends on the VIN: enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see the open campaigns on a specific car.
What should I check before buying a used BMW 7 Series?
Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the electrical system, the engine and the interior, the systems owners complain about most. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.
Does the 7 Series have NHTSA crash test ratings?
NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2016-2022 BMW 7 Series. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 64 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: moderate. Last updated: 2026-10-12.