PROBLEM GUIDE
Here's what owners are experiencing, based on our research of real owner reports and repair data.
Last updated February 2026
2009–2015
Model years affected
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Start my diagnosis →Cooling pump and wiring harness fire origins
Check engine light: On
A cooling pump failure causing an underhood fire, an ECM wire harness fire with visible flames under the hood, and smoke from the driver door while parked at a standstill are all documented.
Multiple systems fail simultaneously while driving
Check engine light: On
One severe complaint describes a hybrid system malfunction in which all electronics in the vehicle stop working, causing loss of power steering and airbag functionality while driving on the highway with family in the vehicle.
Rolling or rollaway hazard
Check engine light: On
Multiple related complaints describe the transmission unexpectedly shifting from park to neutral, creating a rollaway hazard.
In certain 750Li models, various interior trim parts may peel
Check engine light: Off
In certain 750Li models, various interior trim parts may peel. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 75 owner reports on file.
In certain 750Li models, the front thrust rod bushings may fail
Check engine light: Off
In certain 750Li models, the front thrust rod bushings may fail. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 29 owner reports on file.
In certain 750Li models, a steering angle sensor issue causes a turn signal malfunction and a DSC warning
Check engine light: Off
In certain 750Li models, a steering angle sensor issue causes a turn signal malfunction and a DSC warning. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 18 owner reports on file.
In certain 750Li models, multiple cylinder misfires occur along with a drivetrain malfunction due to injector issues
Check engine light: On
In certain 750Li models, multiple cylinder misfires occur along with a drivetrain malfunction due to injector issues. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 12 owner reports on file.
In certain 750Li models, engine failure occurs due to hydrolocking from injector failure, resulting in a bent rod
Check engine light: Off
In certain 750Li models, engine failure occurs due to hydrolocking from injector failure, resulting in a bent rod. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 10 owner reports on file.
This generation has confirmed recall coverage, but owners report VINs left out of the campaign and long waits for parts. Enter your VIN to get the confirmed, current recall picture for your specific car.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not a diagnosis. It is compiled from aggregated owner-reported data and publicly available sources, not from an inspection of your vehicle. Symptoms described here can have multiple causes, and the presence of a commonly reported problem does not mean your vehicle has it. Repair cost ranges are estimates that vary by region, shop, vehicle condition, and parts availability. Recall and service campaign information may be incomplete or out of date — verify current recall status with NHTSA or your manufacturer. MyGearGuru is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer; manufacturer and model names are used for identification only. Always consult a qualified technician before making repair decisions.
Owners report fire and fire-adjacent problems on this generation, as they do on the BMW 5 Series, X3, X5, and 1 Series — a cooling pump failure causing an underhood fire, an ECM wire harness fire with visible flames, and smoke from the driver door while parked. Separately, one severe complaint describes a hybrid system malfunction disabling power steering and airbags while driving on the highway with family in the vehicle, and multiple complaints describe the transmission unexpectedly shifting from park to neutral, creating a rollaway hazard.