2006 BMW 750LI: sudden loss of power

Filed May 13, 2017 · Electrical, Transmission · 140,000 miles · DC

Transmission was forced to go into park when coming to a stop. Also killed battery. Loss of power and throttle power.

Filed Jun 7, 2014 · Transmission · SC

Transmission fault code, hard shifting and loss of power.

Filed Feb 10, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 128,100 miles · VA

When driving down the interstate the car lost power go from during 60mph to 20 MPH and I was on the gas, the vehicle stall out and would take 3-10 seconds to re-gain any power before the vehicle would begin to accelerate. Also once coming up to a stoplight or stop sign, the vehicle would feel as if someone had slammed into the back of me possibly jerking into gear. Spent countless times at the dealership with them giving me the run around, replacing random parts before replacing the entire transmission and still the vehicle continues to have issues. Now the car is misfiring and will not start at all. Been in the shop for 2 months and still not working.

Filed Aug 14, 2012 · Steering · 34,428 miles · GA

I own an 2006 bmw 750li, VIN#. [xxx], with about 34,428 miles on the care. I am getting a message every now and then since 2 days on the dashboard that mentions that the fluid is low and pressure loss in the hydraulic system. When I drive, I feel that it is getting harder to turn at sharp angels. I now see the fluid loss on my garage floor after I saw the message on the dashboard. I researched on the www.bmwusa.com website, and I see that there is a recall campaign for the exact same issue on newer vehicle models (model year 2012-13 bmw x5 sav and model year 2013 bmw x6 sac), caused by the steering gear housing which causes the with fluid and hydraulic pressure loss under the campaign # 12v‑267: steering gear which describes the problem as below on the recall campaign notice. "description of problem the issue involves the steering gear. Due to a machine process error at the supplier, a snap ring in the steering gear housing can loosen during vehicle operation. This would lead to leakage of power steering fluid flowing into the rubber boot of the steering gear, causing a pressure loss in the hydraulic system. The result is a loss of power steering assist. Steering function will be maintained; however, the effort required to steer the vehicle will be significantly higher. In some cases, power steering fluid can spray onto hot exhaust components. Therefore, an engine compartment fire may occur. " I later called back the local dealer united bmw in roswell, ga to report about the recall and the service rep said, my VIN# doesn't show up on this recall and so I would have to call bmwusa or the federal safety agency to report this issue. Hence I am reporting this to the federal safety agency. Please let me know what the next steps would be and if I can get the issue fixed und er the recall notice # 12v‑267: steering gear. Look forward to your advice. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed May 4, 2012 · Engine · 52,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750li. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing which located the failure as the engine thermostat. The dealer replaced the thermostat twice under warranty but the failure was not corrected. The check engine light remained illuminated and the vehicle would lose power. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who performed another diagnostic test which located the failure as the engine wiring harness. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure mileage was 52,000 and current mileage 83,000.