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BMW 7-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (38%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (5%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 187 repairs.
BMW 7-Series electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (5%)
$1000 - $2499 (7%)
$500 - $999 (9%)
$100 - $499 (16%)
< $100 (63%)
Chart based on 43 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2017 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 27000 mi | Deodorize AC system due to foul smell |
| 7370 mi US $6896 |
Air conditioner was slow to blow cold air. Car reprogrammed to address issue. |
| 8091 mi | Check engine light. Multiple faults. Lower Radiator shutter and active air lap controls, |
| 9901 mi | Remote Key was no longer recognized . Multiple messages for key battery failure. Replaced keys fobs and Body Domain Controller (BDC) unit.. |
| 10525 mi | Repeat issue. Remote access issue failed again. Replaced BDC and all key fobs again and reprogrammed car. |
2014 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 315hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 19000 mi | Checked for low battery. No fault codes reported. Perform CBS test plan to correct CBS data. Reprogrammed entire system to correct faulty wear message. |
| 31822 mi | Adaptive headlights malfunctioned. Required reprogramming of functionality to repair |
| 26030 mi US $25 |
battery |
2013 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 315hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 47000 mi US $400 |
Failure of [A/C] system |
2009 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 59000 mi US $5 |
Foam prefilter disintegrated and got sucked into blower housing making noise when at high speed. Disassembled and cleaned out and replaced with standard door screen. Works fine now. |
2009 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 12 mi | The car kept warning that the power was to low and wasn't recharging properly. The dealer did a full test and verified the battery needed to be replaced. Have had no further problems after that. |
| 59000 mi | Adaptive lights: Headlight was pointing up on driver's side and would not auto adjust. Dealer removed bumper, accessed bulb unit -- found balls on back of bulb assembly had come out of sockets. Reset balls in socket and system now works fine |
2008 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.
360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 126000 mi US $10 |
Replaced both parking lamps with LED. Requires bumper removal. |
2008 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan
360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 7000 mi | The passenger rear door handle began responding intermittently to touch with the comfort access system. The dealer replaced the entire exterior handle. |
| 128960 mi C $120 |
Original battery weak |
| 132060 mi C $175 |
After a spate of weird electric problems (satnav intermittent, soft close door would not latch), car seemingly to run on only 4 cylinders with no acceleration, and a scan showing only half of the ECUs reporting to the system, it was dtermined that an IVM (Integrated Voltage Module) might fix the faults. 15 minute job to R&R and job done. All fixed after codes cleared and car runs better than it ever has. |
2007 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan
360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 92500 mi US $275 |
In Dash CD Changer failed and was replaced with used E-Bay unit. |
2006 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.
360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 76300 mi | Cooling fan failed again, replaced under warranty. |
| 114600 mi | Car interior was flooded possibly from sunroof. All sensors and modules under rear seat and floor were affected. Insurance company deemed the vehicle a “total loss” I no longer own this vehicle |
| 71000 mi US $2000 |
Replaced light control module |
| 96000 mi US $522 |
Replaced heater valve (stuck on only blowing warm air) |
2006 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan
360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 113000 mi US $2500 |
Dead Alternator |
| 78000 mi US $200 |
Driver side rear power shade failed to retract and I had to replace it. |
| 82000 mi | AC would not go into MAX blower, regulated temps poorly. |
| 75000 mi US $100 |
Driver's side window motor on the outs. Replaced under warranty, $100 deductible through my GMPP warranty. |
| 80000 mi US $500 |
Replace daytime running lamps. |
2004 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan
325-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 90000 mi US $400 |
New battery |
2003 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan
325-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 15000 mi | radio and navigation replaced |
| 20000 mi | radio replaced |
| 25000 mi | seat switch replaced |
| 30000 mi | navigation system replaced |
| 33000 mi | radio repair |
| 39000 mi | Radio repair |
2002 BMW 7-Series
Engine not specified
| 96000 mi | sensor for airbag on passenger side |
2002 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan
325-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 181000 mi US $350 |
Passenger Airbag Fault, Light On, Code 97D5. Code cleared but keeps coming back. Mechanic will further inspect on next visit. |
| 44640 mi | My car BMW 735 i can't work.model-2001, Let me know,my want to install to memory iDrive. |
| 128000 mi US $1100 |
Recharge and new fan |
2001 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 114500 mi US $65 |
Replaced Driver Side Window Regulator |
2001 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 178000 mi US $1800 |
a/c system fan motor failure |
| 88900 mi US $700 |
various electrical issues, primarily a trunk that would not latch. |
1998 BMW 7-Series 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 132000 mi US $600 |
Found electrical problem which was causing instrument panel to go dead. |
| 166000 mi | when sold, air didn't work front passenger airbag light was on |
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