2017 BMW 740iProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2017 BMW 740i, most often about the electrical system. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 9, 2025. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2017 BMW 740i has problems

7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Electrical system30
Engine30
Exterior lighting10
Seat belts10
Tires10
Visibility/wiper10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

0 recalls

2017 BMW 740i recalls and how many were fixed

No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.

Best & worst years

2017 vs. every other 740i year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 740i median. How we score

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  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
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In owners' words

What 740i owners report

Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

Stopping without notice can cause an accident and any of the issues can cause safety issues. What I sent them. I am writing to express my concerns regarding a series of issues with my 2017 BMW 740i and to request your assistance in resolving these matters. I have been working with my local BMW…
Complaint 11610486 · Aug 23, 2024

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