Total Complaints
11 filings
BMW 740I · model year
2017 BMW 740I
11 NHTSA complaints. A VIN lookup is required to determine whether a specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.
NHTSA overall rating
Not crash-tested
New Car Assessment Program
The 2017BMW740I carries 11 consumer safety complaints in NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation database for this specific model-year cohort. Within that volume, owners reported 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. No NCAP 5-star crash-test rating is available for this model year in the federal database.
The most frequently selected component label in reports for the 2017 740I is engine with 3 filings, followed by electrical system (3) and unknown or other (1). Complaint categories reflect owner reports and intake categorization; they do not establish a defect pattern or cause.
NHTSA currently has 34 investigation files overlapping the 2017 740I. Owners comparing this cohort against neighboring years should read the complaint-by-year trend as report volume, not a causal diagnosis. Use the related-complaint feed and the official recall lookup when researching a specific vehicle.
11
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
Crashes Reported
0 reports
Source
NHTSA ODI
Federal complaints database
Complaints vs. fleet median (215)
At or below the fleet median complaint volume.
Complaints by Component
| Component | Count |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS | 1 |
| TIRES | 1 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
Recent Complaints
20251009VISIBILITY/WIPER
the Panoramic sunroof just exploded out of nowhere at freeway speeds causing glass to go everywhere
20250527TIRES
November 2023 we purchased 4 new Continental PURECONTACT LS 245/45/R19 from Discount Tire in Evansville Indiana. We’ve driven almost 17,000 miles on the tires. Noticed 2 tires are splitting on the sidewall near the tread. The one I’m reporting is dangerously split (resembles a re-tread tire).
20240823ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 dealership to address several problems, but I believe there may be underlying issues that require further attention. I would appreciate it if you could review my case and consider the points outlined below. Background: Recently, my vehicle was brought in for service to replace the spark plugs and address a few concerns, including the replacement of the fuel tank cover. During this visit, it was discovered that the pressure control valve was faulty and needed replacement. I was not previously informed of any issues with the pressure valve, and I have learned that BMW has issued an extended warranty on this part due to known faults. My understanding is that a faulty pressure valve can cause erra
20240823ENGINE
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 dealership to address several problems, but I believe there may be underlying issues that require further attention. I would appreciate it if you could review my case and consider the points outlined below. Background: Recently, my vehicle was brought in for service to replace the spark plugs and address a few concerns, including the replacement of the fuel tank cover. During this visit, it was discovered that the pressure control valve was faulty and needed replacement. I was not previously informed of any issues with the pressure valve, and I have learned that BMW has issued an extended warranty on this part due to known faults. My understanding is that a faulty pressure valve can cause erra
20240823SEAT BELTS
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 dealership to address several problems, but I believe there may be underlying issues that require further attention. I would appreciate it if you could review my case and consider the points outlined below. Background: Recently, my vehicle was brought in for service to replace the spark plugs and address a few concerns, including the replacement of the fuel tank cover. During this visit, it was discovered that the pressure control valve was faulty and needed replacement. I was not previously informed of any issues with the pressure valve, and I have learned that BMW has issued an extended warranty on this part due to known faults. My understanding is that a faulty pressure valve can cause erra
20231018ENGINE
Car started smoking while idling, fire department called. Did not have check engine light on smoking from left tail pipe
20231018ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Car started smoking while idling, fire department called. Did not have check engine light on smoking from left tail pipe
20220116ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instrument panel went blank. No visual indication of how fast I was traveling. Also frontal collision stop working.
20220116EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Instrument panel went blank. No visual indication of how fast I was traveling. Also frontal collision stop working.
20210102ENGINE
ACTIVE AIR FLAPS MALFUNCTIONING, SEVISE BULLETIN FOR OTHER MODELS BUT NOT THIS ONE
Mileage: 49,000
20201108UNKNOWN OR OTHER
MY BACKUP CAMERA DOESN'T WORK (ENGAGE) WHEN THE CAR IS IN REVERSE. ANYTIME THE CAR IS PLACED IN REVERSE THE BACKUP CAMERA SHOULD COME ON. I HAVE OTHER CAMERAS THAT I CAN'T ACCESS, BUT THE BACKUP CAMERA IS SAFETY RELATED.
Mileage: 40,500
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many complaints does the 2017 BMW 740I have?▼
The 2017 BMW 740I has 11 NHTSA complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 BMW 740I?▼
The most-complained component for the 2017 BMW 740I is ENGINE with 3 complaints. Other frequently reported areas include ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Is the 2017 BMW 740I safe to buy?▼
Review the complaint history, crash and fire reports, safety ratings, and recall status on this page to make an informed decision. No NHTSA crash test rating is available for this model year. Compare with other model years using the links above.
Where does this data come from?▼
All complaint, recall, and safety rating data is sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are filed by vehicle owners through NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation.
Vehicle Safety Guides
Data vintage: August 2026. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) complaints database, NHTSA recall campaign API, NHTSA NCAP crash-test ratings, and NHTSA FARS for fatality cross-reference.
Every figure on PlainCars is rendered directly from NHTSA complaint and safety data, no number is typed in by an editor. This year-specific record is rendered from NHTSA ODI, recall, and NCAP rows for the 2017 BMW 740I; no figure is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of August 2026.
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