2 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2010 BMW 7 Series.
2
recalls
2
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2010 BMW 7 Series recalls
Engine and engine cooling: engine, other fuel types, turbo/supercharger
NHTSA campaign 11V521000 · reported October 20, 2011 · BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC · 32,084 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Bmw is recalling certain model year 2011 5-series, model year 2010-2011 5-series gran turismo, model year 2009-2011 7-series, model year 2010-2011 x5 sav, and model year 2008-2011 x6 sav vehicles equipped with 8- or 12-cylinder, turbocharged, engines because the circuit board for the electric auxiliary water pump can overheat.
The risk
This could lead to a smoldering of the pump or an engine compartment or vehicle fire.
The fix
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump free of charge. The safety recall began on december 19, 2011. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.
Equipment: other, labels
NHTSA campaign 10V047000 · reported February 18, 2010 · BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC · 1,040 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 7-SERIES AND MODEL YEAR 2010 550i GRAND TURISMO VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110 "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLE'S ARE EQUIPPED WITH A TIRE PRESSURE LABEL INDICATING THAT THE VEHICLE'S SEATING CAPACITY IS FIVE (5) PASSENGERS. THE ACTUAL SEATING CAPACITY IS FOUR (4) PASSENGERS. THE TIRE SIZE, TIRE PRESSURE, AND VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT ON THE LABEL ARE CORRECT.
The risk
The tire label does not conform to FMVSS 110.
The fix
Bmw will notify owners and authorized bmw dealers will replace the tire label free of charge. The safety recall began on april 16, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Power train1
Vehicle speed control1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Feb 28, 2018 · Power train
TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY - VEHICLE WAS IMMOBILIZED. TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REPLACED.
Sep 11, 2012 · Vehicle speed control · 20,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW 750. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, AFTER MAKING A RIGHT THE SHE LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND WAS UNABLE TO STOP IT. THE VEHICLE CAN TO A COMPLETE STOP INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT…
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 BMW 7 Series, the most recent reported on October 20, 2011 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, other fuel types, turbo/supercharger). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 BMW 7 Series?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (1 complaints), followed by vehicle speed control (1).
How many 2010 BMW 7 Series complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 2 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received February 28, 2018.