Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2008 BMW 750i. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Doors May Not Fully Latch
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Keyless Ignition System Vehicle Rollaway
- Summary
- 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 time interval, the system may shift the transmission to Neutral rather than Park. If using the electronic key (Comfort Access mode), there would be no protection from the ignition interlock that prevents key removal if the vehicle is not in Park.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
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Owner complaints (17)
17 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The latches/locks/linkages is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkages | 7 | 41.2% |
| Electrical system | 5 | 29.4% |
| Power train | 5 | 29.4% |
| Air bags | 3 | 17.6% |
| Seat belts | 3 | 17.6% |
| Seats | 2 | 11.8% |
| Structure | 2 | 11.8% |
| Engine | 1 | 5.9% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 5.9% |
How 2008 compares with other 750i years
Best and worst 750i years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 57 | 4 |
| 2007 | 34 | 4 |
| 2008 | 17 | 2 |
| 2009 | 7 | 1 |
| 2010 | 10 | 1 |
| 2011 | 6 | 1 |
| 2012 | 9 | 1 |
| 2013 | 7 | 1 |
| 2014 | 4 | 1 |
| 2016 | 8 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 18 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,550
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 494 g/mi
- EPA class
- Large Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 18 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.8 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2008 750i for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2008 BMW 750i FAQ
How many recalls does the 2008 BMW 750i have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 17V328000 (latch), 12V502000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2008 BMW 750i problems?
Owners filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. Latches/locks/linkages (7), Electrical system (5), Power train (5) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2008 BMW 750i get?
EPA rates the 4.8 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 15 city, 23 highway and 18 combined mpg.
How does the 2008 750i compare with other years?
Among the 2006–2016 BMW 750i model years at least five years old, the 2014 drew the fewest complaints (4) and the 2006 the most (57). The 2008 drew 17. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.