Is the 2013 Bmw 750I reliable?

The 2013 Bmw 750I has 11 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.2x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: TRANSMISSION problems.

What are common problems with the 2013 Bmw 750I?

Top problems: TRANSMISSION (4 complaints, avg repair $500); FUEL SYSTEM (3 complaints, avg repair $500); WHEELS (1 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2013 Bmw 750I?

Yes, there are 1 recall(s): EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Contact any Bmw dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 Bmw 750I?

The 2013 Bmw 750I gets 19 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2526. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2013 Bmw 750I?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2013 Bmw 750I is approximately $1,971/year (sedan-luxury class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2013 Bmw 750I

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Average

Quick Summary

The 2013 Bmw 750I has 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.2x the segment average of 9. The most common issue is transmission problems (36% of all complaints), specifically: arrived at a valet and thought the car was in park. it rolled forward and almost pinned a person in between 2 cars. on this car you must tap a tiny button to select park. there is no way to physically verify the position of the gear selector to see if it is in park, you must read on a screen in. There is 1 recall issued for this model year.

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.2x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 6)

TRANSMISSION

4 complaints

36%

• ARRIVED AT A VALET AND THOUGHT THE CAR WAS IN PARK. IT ROLLED FORWARD AND ALMOST PINNED A PERSON IN BETWEEN 2 CARS. ON THIS CAR YOU MUST TAP A TINY BUTTON TO SELECT PARK. THERE IS NO WAY TO PHYSICALLY VERIFY THE POSITION OF THE GEAR SELECTOR TO SEE IF IT IS IN PARK, YOU MUST READ ON A SCREEN IN
• BMW 2013 750LI DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION RE-OCCURRING CAUSING ROUGH START AND WHILE DRIVING HIGHWAY 485 VANOS SOLENOIDS & VALVE COVERS HAVE BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES WITHIN 7 MONTHS ON MY VEHICLE THAT HAS 22,000 MILES. MY FULL SERVICE WARRANTY IS GOING TO EXPIRE AT THE END OF 2016. ACCORDING TO
• WAS DRIVING DOWN 111TH RIDGELAND AV, WORTH IL. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME IN. CAR STARTED TO SHAKE AND STOPPED IN TRAFFIC. THIS IS A REPETITIVE PROBLEM. IGNITION COILS HAVE BEEN EXPLAINED BY ZIEGLER BMW IN ORLAND PARK AS BEING THE DIAGNOSTIC OF TROUBLE.

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

“ARRIVED AT A VALET AND THOUGHT THE CAR WAS IN PARK. IT ROLLED FORWARD AND ALMOST PINNED A PERSON IN BETWEEN 2 CARS. ON THIS CAR YOU MUST TAP A TINY BUTTON TO SELECT PARK. THERE IS NO WAY TO PHYSICALLY VERIFY THE POSITION OF THE GEAR SELECTOR TO SEE IF IT IS IN PARK, YOU MUST READ ON A SCREEN IN”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (1)

EXTERIOR LIGHTING14/06/2017

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 Associated Equipment."

Risk: Vehicles with the incorrect left rear lamp assemblies may be less conspicuous to other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2013 Bmw 750I

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,527

Per month

$211

Per mile

21.1¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,824/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$2,001/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2013 Bmw 750I

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,971

Full coverage / month

$164

Liability only / year

$710

vs US avg

+18%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-luxury)1.28x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1971

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Bmw 750I Service Intervals

Oil change

10K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

10K mi

Brake fluid

24 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

60K mi

Cabin air filter

15K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

60K mi

Condition-Based Service (CBS) tells you exactly when service is due. Transmission fluid was labeled 'lifetime' but many owners service at 60K-100K.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Bmw New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

4 yr / 50K mi

Powertrain

4 yr / 50K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

12 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

4 yr / unlimited mi

Corrosion is unlimited miles for 12 years

These are the terms for a new Bmw. If you're buying a used 2013 750I, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Bmw dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

WHEELS(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 11 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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TRANSMISSION: ARRIVED AT A VALET AND THOUGHT THE CAR WAS IN PARK. IT ROLLED FORWARD AND ALMOST PINNED A PERSON IN BETWEEN 2 CARS. ON THIS CAR YOU MUST TAP A TINY BUTTON TO SELECT PARK. THERE IS NO WAY TO PHYSICALLY VERIFY THE POSITION OF THE GEAR SELECTOR TO SEE IF IT IS IN PARK, YOU MUST READ ON A SCREEN IN
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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FUEL SYSTEM: BMW 2013 750LI DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION RE-OCCURRING CAUSING ROUGH START AND WHILE DRIVING HIGHWAY 485 VANOS SOLENOIDS & VALVE COVERS HAVE BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES WITHIN 7 MONTHS ON MY VEHICLE THAT HAS 22,000 MILES. MY FULL SERVICE WARRANTY IS GOING TO EXPIRE AT THE END OF 2016. ACCORDING TO
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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WHEELS: BACK WHEEL RIM BROKEN AND TWO FRONT TIRES SHOWED BULGES. LOOKS LIKE THERE WAS AN ISSUE WITH MODEL. TWO OF MY FRIENDS CAR (SAME MAKE AND MODEL) HAS SAME ISSUES.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: BACK WHEEL RIM BROKEN AND TWO FRONT TIRES SHOWED BULGES. LOOKS LIKE THERE WAS AN ISSUE WITH MODEL. TWO OF MY FRIENDS CAR (SAME MAKE AND MODEL) HAS SAME ISSUES.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 1 recall have been completed — free at any Bmw dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)