2006 BMW 750LI power train problems
80 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2006 BMW 750LI — 37% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2006 BMW 750Li. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the check engine warning light was illuminated, and the message "Transmission Fault - Drive Moderate" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where the contact was advised that the vehicle…”
filed Dec 31, 2025
“The contact owns a 2006 BMW 750LI. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the gear shifter independently shifted into park. The contact also stated that water was entering the trunk of the vehicle. The contact stated that the battery had been replaced twice. The vehicle was…”
filed Sep 1, 2023
“In 2009, we bought this 2006 BMW 750Li as pre-owned and certified warranty from BMW of Tenafly, New Jersey. We have registration address maintained in New Jersey, and have not updated, even though we moved to Chicago, Illinois in summer of 2011. BMW issued 6 recalls for 7-series manufactured between 2005 and 2008. The…”
filed Jan 30, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Affected vehicles have an electronic key and an electronic connection between the gear…Campaign 12V502000 · Oct 17, 2012
Power Train problems in other 750LI years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 750LI | 6 | 25% |
| 2011 750LI | 8 | 32% |
| 2010 750LI | 5 | 17% |
| 2008 750LI | 20 | 31% |
| 2007 750LI | 16 | 21% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2006 BMW 750LI
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.