2018 BMW 740iProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2018 BMW 740i, most often about the engine. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 12, 2026. Updated daily.
Where the 2018 BMW 740i has problems
5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2018 BMW 740i recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
2018 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
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
What 740i owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Apparently BMW models like mine have been having the coolant expansion tanks leaking between 60 and 70 thousand miles. This causes the coolant levels to drop and causes engine failures.
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