2000 BMW 7 Series
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Visibility & Lighting
Visibility & Lighting leads by volume: 7 of 36 complaints (19%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 21 in 1999 to 36 in 2000.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | vs. 2000 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,450–4,150 | 3,450–4,450 | 4,300–5,550 | 4,300–5,550 | 4,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 15–18 | 14–18 | 14–18 | 14–18 | 19 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 13–15 / 18–22 | 12–15 / 18–22 | 12–15 / 18–22 | 12–15 / 18–22 | 16 / 24 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 494–592 | 494–635 | 494–635 | 494–635 | 468 | |
| Complaints filed | 55 | 21 | 36 | 52 | 94 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 6 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2000 BMW 7 Series have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2000 BMW 7 Series?
Visibility & Lighting: 7 of 36 NHTSA complaints (19%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2000 BMW 7 Series get?
EPA rates it 14–18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2000 BMW 7 Series?
EPA estimates $4,300–$5,550 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 15 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $4,300 (low) | 494 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 14 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $4,850 | 555 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 15 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $4,300 (low) | 494 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 5-spd | 12 | 5.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 12 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | 14 mpg (low) | $5,550 (high) | 635 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION · Campaign 10E021000 · May 27, 2010
Defect: FCP GROTON IS RECALLING CERTAIN STEERING CENTER DRAG LINKS, P/N 32 21 1 096 057, SOLD FROM DECEMBER 1, 2009 THROUGH APRIL 9, 2010 AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR MODEL YEAR 1995 THROUGH 2001 BMW 740I, 740IL, AND 750IL PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SHAFT OF THE STEERING CENTER TIE ROD MAY SHEAR OFF.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION WOULD RESULT, WITHOUT WARNING, IN IMMEDIATE AND COMPLETE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy: FCP GROTON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE TIE ROD WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT JUNE 1, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FCP GROTON TOLL-FREE AT 1-877-634-0063.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH · Campaign 00V048000 · Feb 28, 2000
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BRAKE LAMPS IN THESE VEHICLES ARE CONTROLLED BY A SWITCH ACTIVATED BY THE MOVEMENT OF THE BRAKE PEDAL. THIS SWITCH COULD FAIL INTERNALLY, CAUSING IT TO REMAIN EITHER IN THE "BRAKE LAMPS OFF" POSITION OR IN THE "BRAKE LAMPS ON" POSITION.
Consequence: IF THIS HAPPENS, THE BRAKE LAMPS EITHER WILL NOT OPERATE OR WILL BE CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINATED, REGARDLESS OF BRAKE PEDAL POSITION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE EXISTING BRAKE LAMP SWITCH WITH AN IMPROVED SWITCH.