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2013 BMW 750LI problems

The most common problem on the 2013 BMW 750LI is engine and cooling. It has fewer complaints than a typical 750LI model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
89/100
Owner complaints
9
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
348
Worst area
Engine
Fuel economy
19mpg

The worst 2013 BMW 750LI problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Engine
    4
  • Fuel system
    2
  • Airbags
    1
  • Driver assistance
    1
  • Electrical
    1

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    4
  • Fuel system
    2
  • Airbags
    1
  • Driver assistance
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Locks
    1
  • Tires
    1

Recalls 1

Exterior lightingReported June 14, 2017 · 92 vehicles affected
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li and 750Lxi and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have received incorrect replacement left rear taillight assemblies. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Vehicles with the incorrect left rear lamp assemblies may be less conspicuous to other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect left rear taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 17V379000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2013 BMW 750LI 348

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 348 bulletins for the 2013 BMW 750LI

2013 BMW 750LI fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
4.4L 8‑cylRWD162419

What 2013 BMW 750LI owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 18, 2025 · Electrical, Locks · 120,510 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2013 BMW 750LI. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the door failed to open. The contact attempted to unlock the knob and open the door. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact lowered the window, the contact put the key in the door, and was able to open the door from the outside. On a separate occasion, after the contact was dining with his wife, the contact's wife attempted to open the door; however, the door failed to open from the inside. The contact attempted to lower the window and open the door with the key; however, the passenger’s side door failed to open. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired for the failure. The dealer was not made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 120,510.

Filed Apr 23, 2024 · Fuel system · GA

My car keeps shutting off completely in the middle of driving on highway or any road it’s becoming a safety risk this car once had an open recall for the same issue but I didn’t receive memo but according to bmw handbook emissions recall don’t expire for NJ registered vehicles but BMW won’t honor it

Filed Dec 26, 2021 · Tires · KS

I hit a mild pothole in June and got a sidewalk bubble. Had the tire replaced. Now I’m noticing another bubble in the replaced tire, and in the other from driver side tire. After researching I’ve discovered thousands of forums where this particular brand and tire is known for this issue. These tires are over $500 apiece.

Filed Aug 9, 2021 · Airbags · 49,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2013 BMW 750Li. The contact sated that the air bag warning light remained illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer performed a diagnostic that located failure code: 930910. The driver’s air bag valve resistance was too high, and the air bag module had an internal shortage. The contact was informed that the air bag needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximated failure mileage was 49,000.

Filed Dec 30, 2019 · Engine · 26,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 bmw 750li. While driving various speeds, the vehicle suddenly hesitated to accelerate and the engine sputtered and stalled. The vehicle was taken to bmw of monterey (1 gary plaza, seaside, ca) where it was diagnosed that the engine coils, injectors, and ecu were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure continued. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 26,000.

Filed Jul 9, 2019 · Engine · 37 miles · CA

My car suddenly stopped during driving in the middle of road. Bmw(n63 engine) said that the crankshaft(rod bearing) of the my car had melted and attached inside. My engine was daed totally. Naver restart engine. I almost was in dead. Beacuase of suddenly stoped during driving. I really could not understand such a this breakdown. I thought this fault was also responsible for bmw.​I was driving normal, and oil maintenance also good. This is my post link (http://www.bobaedream.co.kr/view?code=import&no=647899 , http://www.bobaedream.co.kr/view?code=import&no=649156) - http://www.breaknews.com/sub_read.html?uid=486913%c2%a7ion=sc2 - https://blog.naver.com/k5936/221367637811 - http://omn.kr/1dpsq -http://news.kmib.co.kr/article/view.asp?arcid=0012680260&code=61121211&cp=nv -http://news.kmib.co.kr/article/view.asp?arcid=0012680260&code=61121211&cp=nv

Filed Feb 11, 2019 · Engine, Fuel system · 116,000 miles · CT · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 bmw 750li. The contact stated that fuel was leaking into the engine, which caused smoke to appear underneath the hood. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to bmw of rochester (4250 w henrietta rd, rochester, ny 14623, (585) 598-9213) and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 116,000.

Filed Jul 12, 2018 · Engine · 66,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 bmw 750li. While driving 50 MPH, the engine warning indicator illuminated on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (fields bmw winter park, 963 wymore rd, winter park, fl 32789, (407) 628-2100) and numerous engine repairs were made; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and was awaiting diagnostic testing and repairs. The manufacturer had not been contacted. The failure mileage was 66,000.

Filed Jun 23, 2018 · Driver assistance · 92,000 miles · NM

The doors are lock and the can not open all the others door what happen if my children are inside the car with the hit and couldn't open the door, the key full battery but couldn't open the car, the central lock inside not working

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Questions about the 2013 BMW 750LI

Is the 2013 BMW 750LI reliable?

Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 2013 BMW 750LI, fewer than a typical 750LI model year.

What is the 2013 BMW 750LI year score?

The 2013 BMW 750LI scores 89 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the BMW 750LI: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 BMW 750LI?

Engine and cooling, with 4 complaints. Next is fuel system (2).

How many recalls does the 2013 BMW 750LI have?

1 recall, covering exterior lighting.

What year does the BMW 750LI have bad engine?

The BMW 750LI model years with the most engine complaints are 2006 (23 complaints), 2010 (20 complaints) and 2012 (15 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2013 BMW 750LI get?

Official estimates for the 2013 BMW 750LI range from 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.4L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 16 city and 24 highway.

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