Model year guide

2016 BMW 750i

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 BMW 750i is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 36 on record.

2016 BMW 750i — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 BMW 750i at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints8
Combined20 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2016 BMW 750i recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2016 BMW 750i.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2016 BMW 750i common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Engine
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.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Air Bags
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.

2016 BMW 750i MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,100
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume114 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 BMW 750i costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,500
Fuel only$20,500
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 21

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 21.

THE FRONT AND REAR AIR SUSPENSION STRUT ASSEMBLIES LIMITED WARRANTY FOR DEFECTS IN MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 8 YEARS /80,000 MILES AS DETERMINED FROM THE ORIGINAL IN-SERVICE DATE.

Bulletin B010522 · Suspension · Mar 2026

The Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Front Passenger’s Seat Occupancy Capacitive Interior Sensor (CIS) Mat for defects in materials and/or workmanship that causes a false seat occupancy alert to occur has been extended to 10 years / 120,000 miles as determ…

Bulletin B720125 · Electrical System, Air Bags · Apr 2025

One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.

Bulletin B630418 · Exterior Lighting · Mar 2024

The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.

Bulletin B510819 · Electrical System, Visibility · Jan 2024

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 “di…

Bulletin B611305 · Electrical System · Jan 2024

The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3). FaultB7F8F9 – “HU-H: Reset” will be stored in the HU-H3.

Bulletin B610524 · Electrical System, Equipment · Jan 2024

SITUATION Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction. 1. A one-time thump sound at the start of movement Shortly after the steering column starts moving, retracting, or extending, a one-time thump noise is heard. See at…

Bulletin B320223 · Steering · Jan 2024

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 CD…

Bulletin B160623 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Fuel System, Gasoline · Dec 2023

Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicle’s equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation (folding the mirrors/blinking confirmation) is noticeable. Additio…

Bulletin B653423 · Electrical System, Equipment · Nov 2023

DIESEL FUEL INJECTORS: LTD WTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES

Bulletin B010919 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2023

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 750I. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the BMW 750i

The BMW 7 Series is a full-size luxury sedan manufactured and marketed by the German automaker BMW since 1977. It is the successor to the BMW E3 "New Six" sedan and is now in its seventh generation.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2016 BMW 750i trims & engines on record

Trims
xDrive
Engines
4.4L 8-cyl 448 hp

2016 BMW 750i vehicles on record

Other BMW 750i model years

2016 BMW 750i — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 BMW 750i have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2016 BMW 750i. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW 750i?

Across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are seat belts, engine, wheels.

What gas mileage does the 2016 BMW 750i get?

The 2016 BMW 750i has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.