At a glance

Reported mileage52,597 mi

LocationTn, USA

ColorBlack

Last listed price$17,300

Open recalls1

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make

BMW

Model

7 Series

Year

2008

Trim

750Li

Body style

Sedan/Saloon

Vehicle type

PASSENGER CAR

Engine

4.8L 8-cyl 360 hp

Cylinders

8

Fuel type

Gasoline

Doors

4

Assembly plant

DINGOLFING, GERMANY

Manufacturer

BMW AG

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Safety recalls 1

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 5-SERIES, 6-SERIES, AND MODEL YEAR 2002-2008 7-SERIES VEHICLES. A CHECK VALVE OF THE BRAKE VACUUM PUMP MAY LEAK A SMALL AMOUNT OF LUBRICATING OIL. OVER TIME THIS COULD RESULT IN CONTAMINATION OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER.

Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 24, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA Campaign #10V446000 · 01/10/2010

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on 94 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 BMW 7 Series, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.

Latches/locks/linkages 4 reports

🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Air Bags 4 reports

🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Seat Belts 4 reports

🔍 Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

Electrical System 3 reports

🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine 3 reports

🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Power Train 3 reports

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Pre-purchase checklist

Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.

Owner complaints 94

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2008 BMW 7 Series.

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 750LI US. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH, the rear passenger door opened inadvertently. The contact stated that the right rear passenger immediately closed the door and later, when the vehicle was parked and the right rear passenger attempted to exit, the door would not open from the inside. When att…

NHTSA ODI #11740139

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 750I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V328000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages); however, the dealer was unable to repair the recall in a timely manner and the contact had to recover the vehicle from the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the driver's side door was no…

NHTSA ODI #11647036

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 750i. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V328000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) and was interfering with other electrical components of the vehicle such as the Navigation Panel rendering it non-responsive, the alarm system from the door latches constantly sounding and not being able to be turned off, causing …

NHTSA ODI #11635137

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 760LI. The contact stated that the four doors of the vehicle failed to latch securely when closed. The contact stated that the door handle also failed to return to the original position while closing the doors. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving 20 MPH and making a right turn with his stepdaughter in the rear midd…

NHTSA ODI #11550853

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

door does not stay closed. door opened while driving.

NHTSA ODI #11487517

STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE

My car one day just turned on all lights inside including emergency break and the engine started smoking out....

NHTSA ODI #11455953

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 750LI. The contact stated that upon refueling the vehicle, he smelled a strong gas odor. The contact recalled that the same issue had occurred with a BMW vehicle that he previously owned, so he drove the vehicle to his residence and restarted it. The contact exited the vehicle and as he was looking around, he noticed fuel leaking …

NHTSA ODI #11443896

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS

FAULT 97E0 - FRONT PASSENGER OC3 OCCUPANCY DETECTION MAT DEFECTIVE. THIS IS THE SECOND SUCH FAILURE IN THIS VEHICLE. THE FIRST OCCURRED THE YEAR PRIOR IN THE DRIVER-SIDE MAT WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD LESS THAN 75,000 MILES. AT A NORMAL MILEAGE USAGE OF 15,000 PER YEAR, THE FIRST FAILURE WOULD HAVE OCCURRED AFTER 5 YEARS OF SERVICE. THE PASSENGER SEAT IS USED LESS…

NHTSA ODI #11406014

+ 86 more complaints on record.