Transmission malfunction while driving vehicle on highway - vehicle was immobilized. Transmission had to be replaced.
The worst 2010 BMW 7 Series problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration1
- Transmission1
Problems by type
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- Acceleration1
- Transmission1
Recalls 2
Engine and engine cooling: engine: other fuel types: turbo/supercharger
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling certain model year 2011 5-series, model year 2010-2011 5-series gran turismo, model year 2009-2011 7-series, model year 2010-2011 x5 sav, and model year 2008-2011 x6 sav vehicles equipped with 8- or 12-cylinder, turbocharged, engines because the circuit board for the electric auxiliary water pump can overheat.
- Risk
- This could lead to a smoldering of the pump or an engine compartment or vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump free of charge. The safety recall began on december 19, 2011. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 11V521000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 7-series and model year 2010 550i grand turismo vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110 "tire selection and rims." these vehicle's are equipped with a tire pressure label indicating that the vehicle's seating capacity is five (5) passengers. The actual seating capacity is four (4) passengers. The tire size, tire pressure, and vehicle capacity weight on the label are correct.
- Risk
- The tire label does not conform to fmvss 110.
- Remedy
- Bmw will notify owners and authorized bmw dealers will replace the tire label free of charge. The safety recall began on april 16, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 10V047000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2010 BMW 7 Series 48
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Gasket Return
- This bulletin outlines the Customer Care Package program that has been designed exclusively for...
- Screw Cap Return
- Socket Housing Return
- The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- Engine will crank but not start
- Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle
- Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer...
- Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been...
2010 BMW 7 Series fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4L 8‑cyl | AWD | 14 | 20 | 16 |
| 6.0L 12‑cyl | RWD | 13 | 19 | 15 |
What 2010 BMW 7 Series owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw 750. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, after making a right the she lost control of the vehicle and was unable to stop it. The vehicle can to a complete stop independently. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and the current mileage was 20,000. The VIN was not available.
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Questions about the 2010 BMW 7 Series
Is the 2010 BMW 7 Series reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2010 BMW 7 Series, fewer than a typical 7 Series model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2010 BMW 7 Series?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is transmission (1).
How many recalls does the 2010 BMW 7 Series have?
2 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling and equipment.
What gas mileage does the 2010 BMW 7 Series get?
Official estimates for the 2010 BMW 7 Series range from 15 to 16 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.4L 8-cyl, AWD) gets 14 city and 20 highway.
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