Does the 2019 BMW 740I have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2019 BMW 740I, the most recent reported on July 11, 2018 (Engine and engine cooling: engine). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 BMW 740I?

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (1 complaints), followed by exterior lighting (1).

How many 2019 BMW 740I complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 4 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 4 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2019 BMW 740I recalls and problems

1 recall and 4 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 BMW 740I.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2019 BMW 740I recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engine

NHTSA campaign 18V465000 · reported July 11, 2018 · BMW of North America, LLC · 5,309 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d xDrive, 230i M240i, M240i xDrive, X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 330i, 330i xDrive, 340i, 340i xDrive, 330i xDrive Gran Turismo, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 530e, 530e xDrive, 640i xDrive Gran Turismo, 330e, 2019 430i Gran Coupe, 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, 740i, 740i xDrive, MINI Cooper, Cooper S, JCW, MINI Countryman (Cooper, Cooper All4, Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW All4), and MINI Clubman (Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, JCW All4) vehicles.
The risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system1
Exterior lighting1
Power train1
Service brakes1
Structure1
Unknown or other1
Visibility1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 7, 2026 · Service brakes · crash reported
I pulled my 2019 BMW 740i out of a residential garage and stopped the vehicle. I opened the driver's door and exited the vehicle to enter the code on the exterior garage keypad to close the garage door. After entering the code, I turned around to return to the vehicle and observed that the BMW had begun moving…

Sep 2, 2025 · Exterior lighting
Excessive rain condensation is blocking the front drivers headlights. This is a known issue which BMW refuses to repair under my OEM warranty. This is a known issue with many BMW’s leading to safety issues and electrical issues. The water is pooling in my headlight.

May 22, 2024 · Structure · 56,000 miles
The contact owns a 2019 BMW 740I. The contact stated that the leather on the front dashboard had started to peel. Over time, the leather began to shrink and began to roll back towards the windshield. Due to the failure, the contact's vision became obstructed while driving. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a…

Feb 5, 2019 · Visibility · 5,000 miles
THE SUNROOF EXPLODED OUT WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 45MPH. MOST OF THE GLASS EXITED THE VEHICLE ABOVE BUT MANY SHARDS OF SHARP GLASS SPRAYED ALL FOUR PASSENGERS. ALL FOUR PASSENGERS RECEIVED MINOR CUTS. NO ROCK OR OTHER FOREIGN OBJECT WAS OBSERVED IMPACTING THE VEHICLE. THE GLASS EXPLODED OUT NOT IN. THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE…

740I model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2016	0	12	0
2017	0	7	0
2018	0	5	0
2019	1	4	1
2020	2	1	0
2021	2	1	0

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Questions

Does the 2019 BMW 740I have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2019 BMW 740I, the most recent reported on July 11, 2018 (Engine and engine cooling: engine). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 BMW 740I?: Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (1 complaints), followed by exterior lighting (1).
How many 2019 BMW 740I complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 4 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 4 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 7, 2026.