2014 BMW 7 Series
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 4 of 14 complaints (29%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 26 in 2013 to 14 in 2014.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | vs. 2014 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,900–5,150 | 3,100–5,150 | 3,100–5,150 | 3,100–5,150 | 3,250–4,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 15–20 | 15–25 | 15–25 | 15–26 | 19–24 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 13–17 / 19–25 | 13–22 / 20–30 | 13–22 / 20–30 | 13–23 / 20–31 | 16–21 / 24–29 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 444–592 | 350–584 | 350–584 | 350–584 | 374–460 | |
| Complaints filed | 54 | 26 | 14 | 6 | 25 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 12 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 3 |
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 2014 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 2014 BMW 7 Series?
Engine: 4 of 14 NHTSA complaints (29%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2014 BMW 7 Series get?
EPA rates it 15–25 MPG combined across 13 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 BMW 7 Series?
EPA estimates $3,100–$5,150 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (13)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 19 mpg | 28 mpg | 22 mpg | $3,500 | 398 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 19 mpg | 28 mpg | 22 mpg | $3,500 | 398 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 19 mpg | 28 mpg | 22 mpg | $3,500 | 403 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 17 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 456 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 16 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 465 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 16 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 469 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 16 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 469 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 16 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 465 g/mi |
| Configuration 9 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 16 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 465 g/mi |
| Configuration 10 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 16 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 469 g/mi |
| Configuration 12 | Automatic (S8) | 12 | 6.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 13 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | $5,150 (high) | 584 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 13 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 22 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | 25 mpg (high) | $3,100 (low) | 350 g/mi (low) |
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| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 11 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 16 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 469 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 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)
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · Campaign 18V674000 · Oct 2, 2018
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 BMW 760Li vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) may have been programmed with incompatible software during a service visit, possibly causing the engine to stall.
Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: All affected vehicles have been repaired by programming the ECU with the correct software. Therefore, owner letters will not be sent. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING · Campaign 17V379000 · Jun 15, 2017
Defect: 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."
Consequence: Vehicles with the incorrect left rear lamp assemblies may be less conspicuous to other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.