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2016 Bmw 740i Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 0 NHTSA recalls and 12 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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Recommended — 2016 Bmw 740i

The 2016 Bmw 740i shows low recall and complaint activity. Based on available NHTSA data, this is generally considered a solid model year choice.

0
NHTSA Recalls
No known recalls
12
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
0
Crashes + Injuries
In NHTSA complaints

Own or buying a 2016 Bmw 740i?

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NHTSA Recalls — 2016 Bmw 740i

No NHTSA recalls found for the 2016 Bmw 740i.

While this is a positive sign, recall status can change. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing.

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Most Common Problems — 2016 Bmw 740i

Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Electrical System
3
Engine
2
Unknown Or Other
2
Vehicle Speed Control
2
Suspension
1
Structure
1
Seat Belts
1
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Bmw 740i — Complaints by Year

Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2016 model year is highlighted.

2010 0 complaints 2011 7 complaints 2012 6 complaints 2013 1 complaints 2014 1 complaints 2015 1 complaints 2016 12 complaints 2017 0 complaints 2018 0 complaints 2019 0 complaints 2020 0 complaints

✅ Best model years: 2010, 2013, 2014 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2016 Bmw 740i

Is the 2016 Bmw 740i reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2016 Bmw 740i has no open recalls and 12 owner complaints. This is generally considered a reliable model year.
How many recalls does the 2016 Bmw 740i have?
There are currently no NHTSA recalls on file for the 2016 Bmw 740i. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing as recalls can be added at any time.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Bmw 740i?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2016 Bmw 740i are: Electrical System, Engine, Unknown Or Other, Vehicle Speed Control. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2016 Bmw 740i safe to buy?
The 2016 Bmw 740i shows a clean safety record with low complaint activity. It is generally considered safe to buy, though a pre-purchase inspection and independent VIN check are always recommended.
What year Bmw 740i should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Bmw 740i are: 2010, 2013, 2014. These show the lowest complaint rates.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.