2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 740Li
WBAYE0C57EDD85603
Vehicle history report for the 2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 740Li (VIN WBAYE0C57EDD85603). Gray, sedan/saloon, 3.0L 6-cyl 350 hp, gasoline. 2,664 mi reported. Registered in Oh. 1 open safety recall. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN WBAYE0C57EDD85603
A full report searches national title databases (NMVTIS) and licensed history providers for this VIN and shows whatever records are on file — not every vehicle has every record type. The decode, safety recalls and owner complaints above are always free.
Safety recalls 1
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
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 As…
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.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 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.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
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 1
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2014 BMW ActiveHybrid 7.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 (NA) BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 7. WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE TACHOMETER WENT TO ZERO AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BMW OF SUDBURY (128 BOSTON POST RD, SUDBURY, MA) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL SYSTEM MODULE, SENSORS, AND THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRE…
NHTSA ODI #11071579
