Every 2023 BMW 740I recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 26V422000
Jul 1, 2026Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Electric:Control Module
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
- Risk
- A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V739 or 24V104 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Full recall details for 26V422000 →Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · NHTSA 24V697000
Sep 18, 2024Electronic Stability Control (Esc):Control Module
- Problem
- BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of models. The welds in the servomotor of the integrated brake control module may break, causing a loss of power brake assist and rear brake function. In addition, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system may not function.
- Risk
- A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
Full recall details for 24V697000 →Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · NHTSA 24V104000
Feb 12, 2024Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
- Risk
- A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
Full recall details for 24V104000 →Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · NHTSA 24V739000
Feb 10, 2024Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
- Risk
- A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under recall number 24V-104 and will need to have the new remedy completed.
Full recall details for 24V739000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 23V700000
Oct 18, 2023Electrical System:Adas:Driver Monitoring:Camera/Sensor
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 740i, 740i xDrive, 760i xDrive, i7 eDrive50, i7 xDrive60, i7 M70, 2024 750e xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, i5 eDrive40, and i5 M60 vehicles. The ground connection to the steering wheel may not have been attached correctly, resulting in an inoperative hands-on detection system.
- Risk
- An inoperative hands-on detection system may fail to detect when the driver's hands are not on the steering wheel and therefore not engage the emergency stopping assistant system, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and reattach the ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Full recall details for 23V700000 →
2023 BMW 740I complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 BMW 740I. BMW has issued at least 99 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Service Brakes6
- Electronic Stability Control (Esc)5
- Electrical System2
- Power Train2
- Engine1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (38)
- Equipment (14)
- Structure (10)
- Engine (8)
- Exterior Lighting (8)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (7)
Read BMW 740I owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 BMW 740I. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“The panoramic glass roof panel on this 2023 BMW 7 Series (G70 chassis) has suffered a severe structural perimeter material failure. A flush hairline stress fracture spontaneously appeared along the outer edge completely underneath the rubber weather-stripping track with zero road or debris impacts.”
2023 BMW 740ISep 29, 2026 · LA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11767834
“My 2023 BMW 740i has experienced the same serious failure twice at approximately 21,000 miles. The exact component causing the failure is currently UNKNOWN. The vehicle is available for inspection and is currently being returned to an authorized BMW dealer for diagnosis.”
2023 BMW 740IAug 21, 2026 · FL
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11758667
“Vehicle Symptom: The vehicle exhibits a persistent rough idle and engine hesitation specifically when at operating temperature. This issue is most prevalent during "Auto Start/Stop" transitions and while idling in heavy traffic.”
2023 BMW 740IMar 19, 2026 · TX
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11725700
“Component/System that failed: The rear differential failed internally, causing the left rear axle to separate from the differential housing. BMW's own service center confirmed there was no external damage or outside force involved.”
2023 BMW 740IApr 14, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11654639
“failure of the Thruster bushings are seeping and starting to crack in the Steering If the thrust arm bushings (or thrust rod bushings) on a BMW 7 Series are seeping fluid and beginning to crack, there are some potential risks to be aware of.”
2023 BMW 740IJan 25, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11638490
Check your 740I by VIN
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