2006 Bmw 750i problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (17) · Air Bags (9) · Service Brakes (3)
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46 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (4)
Latches/Locks/Linkages:doors:latch 2017-05-18 · campaign 17V328000 · 45,484 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2005-2008 745i, 745Li, 750i, 750Li, 760i, 760Li, and B7 Alpina vehicles equipped with both the Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options. In these vehicles, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.
Risk: The door may unexpectedly open due to road or driving conditions or occupant contact with the door. The sudden opening may result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the door latch system, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification 2013-11-12 · campaign 13V564000 · 76,565 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year 2006-2007 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i sedans and 530xi sports wagons, model year 2006 760i sedans, model year 2006-2007 750i, 750Li, and 760Li sedans, and model year 2006 X5 sports activity vehicles, equipped with certain seat types. The front passenger seat occupant detection
Risk: Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Fix: BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, free of charge. Additionally, owners of model year 2006-2007 3 Series with standard seats, 5 Series with comfort seats, and Z4 models, will receive an extended warranty on their front passenger seat occupant detection mat.
Electrical System:ignition:switch 2012-10-17 · campaign 12V502000 · 45,500 vehicles
Defect: BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 7-Series vehicles, equipped with the Comfort Access option, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through July 24, 2008. The affected vehicles have an electronic key and an electronic connection between the gear shifter and the transmission (shift-by-wire) that automatically shifts the transmission to Park when the driver presses the Start/Stop button to shutdown the engine. If the driver presses the engine Start/Stop button 2 or 3 times within a short
Risk: If the driver exits the vehicle with the transmission in Neutral and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may rollaway. Unattended rollaway incidents often result in a crash or cause injury to pedestrians attempting to stop or enter the vehicle or to other bystanders in the path of the vehicle.
Fix: BMW will notify owners beginning in November 2012. The remedy became available in March 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Latches/Locks/Linkages:doors:latch 2012-10-17 · campaign 12V504000 · 7,485 vehicles
Defect: BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 7-Series vehicles, equipped with both Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through September 3, 2007. Due to a software problem, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.
Risk: The door may unexpectedly open due to road or driving conditions or occupant contact with the door. The sudden opening may result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners and dealers will update software. The recall began on December 12, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Service bulletins (22)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2024-01-16 · B510819 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Fuel System, Gasoline 2023-12-20 · B160623 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
engine will crank but not start. there is no communication with the integrated fuel module (tfe) whendiagnosing with ista. the following two fault codes will be stored in the dme: 032b43 - low fuel pressure system, electric fuel pump: pressure value too low cda594 - message (- 0x33e) missing, rec
Equipment 2023-11-22 · B653423 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
customers may state that the alarm system (dwa) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. depending on the vehicleã¢ââs equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation (folding the mirrors/blinking confirmation) is noticeable. additionally, the red anti-theft alarm led in
Equipment:electrical 2022-09-01 · B662419 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 2020-10-01 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
discharged battery energy diagnosis must be performed: the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to
Showing the 6 most recent of 22 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-11-24 · Structure:body:door:handle:exterior“the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750i. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v328000 (latches/locks/linkages). the contact stated that the passenger's side rear door had failed to function as intended and failed to open. additionally, the handle on the driver's side rear door intermittently failed to function as intended and requ…”
2019-03-05 · Latches/Locks/Linkages:doors:latch“tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750i. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 17v328000 (latches/locks/linkages). the vehicle was taken to tom bush bmw jacksonville (9875 atlantic blvd, jacksonville, fl 32225) where they stated that they repaired the vehicle. after leaving the dealer, the contact noticed that the rear driver…”
2019-02-20 · Electronic Stability Control (Esc)“there was a recall a couple years ago regarding the parking brake actuator on my vehicle. the dealership in jacksonville, florida states they repaired it. however, i am still having the same issue now and the parking brake actuator sensor light is flashing on my dashboard. according to the description of what can happen if this is faulty and hap…”
2018-08-28 · Service Brakes · 155,000 mi“brakes suddenly became very hard to engage. it took quite a bit of force to bring the car to a complete stop. a mechanic informed me that the brake booster system had failed and that bmw had a recall for the system - 10v-466. i called bmw warranty and informed them of the reason for my call as well as the vin. they told me that there were no out…”
2018-06-26 · Power Train · 98,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750i. while driving 55 mph, the vehicle shifted gears independently, made a loud noise, and shook. the dealer had not been contacted. the manufacturer was notified and the contact was awaiting a call back. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the failure mileage was 98,000. …”
2018-06-25 · Power Train · 98,555 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750i. while reversing at 5 mph, the vehicle automatically shifted into neutral and the parking warning indicator illuminated. the contact turned off the vehicle, but it failed to restart. on another occasion, while driving, the vehicle shifted inadvertently into park and then into neutral. the contact stated that the…”
2017-11-28 · Unknown Or Other“tl-contact owns a 2006 bmw il .... contact stated he contacted bmw north america three different times... drivers side door latch failed while driving... contact paid to get door latch fixed ...bmw stated they would reimburse contact for repairs that were paid for previously. no remedy as of yet for door latch. contact stated he had contacted ceo …”
2017-10-30 · Service Brakes“rollaway: certain model year 2005 through 2008 7 series equipped with the comfort access option and manufactured from august 23, 2004 through july 24, 2008 have an electronic key and an electronic connection between the gear shifter and the transmission (shift-by-wire) that automatically shifts the transmission to park when the driver presses the s…”
2017-05-19 · Engine · 122,000 mi“the transmission drive fault light and engine light are coming on and the car does not want to switch gears. on some occasions park becomes neutral, also it hesitates to start. sometimes the only gear that will work is reverse. the car was just started, in motion on the street and highway when these problems have occurred.…”
2017-05-15 · Power Train · 116,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 750i. while driving 20 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. the engine would rev and the transmission fault warning indicator illuminated. the contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and was able to be drive; however, the transmission fault indicator remained illuminat…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.