2018 Bmw 740I

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Excellent Reliability

Quick Summary

The 2018 Bmw 740I has 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.1x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is engine problems (33% of all complaints), specifically: 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..

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.1x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

ENGINE

2 complaints

33%

• 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.
• Oil pressure pump failure. MANY MODELS AFFECTED. MAINLY B58 ENGINES

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“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.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

SUSPENSION

2 complaints

33%

• The contact owns a 2018 BMW 740i. The contact stated when he was starting his vehicle a warning for "chassis" was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaning. The contact stated that the driver side of the vehicle was raised from the road by about 4 inches and the passenger side of
• BMW issued a warranty extension covering air suspension struts for certain vehicles (8 years / 80,000 miles). I own a 2018 BMW 740i. I reported front suspension concerns to an authorized BMW dealership (United BMW, Alpharetta, GA) at 64,354 miles (8/16/23) and again at 77,582 miles(3/19/24. Service

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“The contact owns a 2018 BMW 740i. The contact stated when he was starting his vehicle a warning for "chassis" was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaning. The contact stated that the driver side of the vehicle was raised from the road by about 4 inches and the passenger side of ”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ELECTRICAL

1 complaints

17%

• Dashboard display randomly flickers and blinks while driving Seatbelt notification chime rings even when the passenger seat is empty.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“Dashboard display randomly flickers and blinks while driving Seatbelt notification chime rings even when the passenger seat is empty.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

SEATS/RESTRAINTS

1 complaints

17%

• Dashboard display randomly flickers and blinks while driving Seatbelt notification chime rings even when the passenger seat is empty.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“Dashboard display randomly flickers and blinks while driving Seatbelt notification chime rings even when the passenger seat is empty.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

SUSPENSION(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

SEATS/RESTRAINTS(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 6 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: 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.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SUSPENSION: The contact owns a 2018 BMW 740i. The contact stated when he was starting his vehicle a warning for "chassis" was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaning. The contact stated that the driver side of the vehicle was raised from the road by about 4 inches and the passenger side of
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: Dashboard display randomly flickers and blinks while driving Seatbelt notification chime rings even when the passenger seat is empty.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SEATS/RESTRAINTS: Dashboard display randomly flickers and blinks while driving Seatbelt notification chime rings even when the passenger seat is empty.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)