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Expensive BMW 7-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (54%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (2%)

Chart based on 46 repairs.
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BMW 7-Series repair cost distribution

$2500+ (55%)

$1000 - $2499 (45%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 38 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

7370 mi

US $6896
Air conditioner was slow to blow cold air. Car reprogrammed to address issue. 

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2016 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.

turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

72000 mi

US $3300
Rear right air spring replaced with extended warranty 

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2014 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.

turbocharged 445hp 4.4L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

33000 mi

US $100
Rotors worn out Electric window blind damaged 
48000 mi

US $1700
Vanos solenoids changed 

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2013 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.

turbocharged 315hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

103000 mi

US $4000
I don't remember....just stupid expensive. [Engine light.] 

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2013 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 445hp 4.4L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

40920 mi

C $1400
Replaced all gaskets as it is consuming too much oil. 

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2012 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.

turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

4533 mi

C $1500
Replaced faulty radar module 

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2012 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 315hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

65000 mi

US $250
Ignition Coil went have a Power train failure warning and the car ran horribly. This was after a 1200 mile trip Transmission malfunction warning, will not shift gears properly without having the shift points reset (EVERYDAY). 
69000 mi

US $1200
Transmission malfunction error followed by power-train malfunction error. Would have to "reset" the transmission almost everyday to avoid issues. The shop stated that the Metronix/valvbody in the transmission was bad - turbine speed sensor and needed to be replaced. The warranty company oped to just replaced the entire transmission given the history of the Metronix failures in these units. Now the car is WONDERFUL, like new. 

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2009 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.

turbocharged 322hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

83080 mi

$20000
Gas pumps 
87420 mi

$5000
Belt Change + Periodic Maintenance 

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2009 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

102866 mi

US $8115
Was told the engine had to be replaced and the dealership said they replaced it but later found out it had not been. The only thing that had been worked on was the fuel injectors. Replace fuel feed pipe from under vehicle into engine compartment. Replace and register vehicle battery. 
106484 mi

US $2688
Drive train malfunction No work was done on the vehicle 
113940 mi

US $2800
Rear rims cracked and Tires need replacement. Engine hesitating and accelerating feels like transmission slipping. Rims and Tires replaced and nothing done to engine was told there's nothing wrong should be expected with older engine and engine mounts and was notified the engine HAD NOT been replaced by the dealership in 2017. 

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2007 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan

360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

55000 mi

US $1650
oil and filter change, change out transmission fluid and filter. rebuild brake pump. replace tranny pan. repair PDC sensor in rear, and replace PDC power module. Replace ABS occupancy sensor in driver seat. Power steering leak and replacement. $1500 This was in 2018 
92522 mi

US $800
Alternator Bracket Gasket Leaking Oil (Replaced) Idler Pulley noisy requiring replacement Harsh downshifting when slowing caused by worn GEEBO (Not covered under BMW CPO factory or BMW comprehensive maintenance warranty coverage) Upper Timing Case Cover Leaking Oil Both Valve Cover Gaskets Leaking Oil Valve Cover O-Rings Leaking Oil DVD Navigation Drive Computer in Trunk failed to read DVD's requiring entire DVD drive replacement. In Dash CD Changer failed and was replaced with used E-Bay unit. Fuel tank hard to fill due to clogged charcoal canister assembly. Replaced under warranty. Low Coolant and engine noise. Replaced water pump, coolant return pipe, gaskets, and coolant. 
93090 mi

US $300
Belt tensioner noisy and needed to be replaced. 
95200 mi

US $1500
Steering Angle Sensor (entire assembly under steering wheel) failure and parking brake switch failure. Replaced under CPO warranty. 

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2006 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.

360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

81500 mi

US $293
Replaced front lower and upper control arms (with bushings and ball joints), replaced front stabilizer links, replaced tie rod ends (with ball joints) 
86000 mi

US $8500
Factory-installed faulty valve seals led to exhaust blow-by which clogged some block passageways with carbon, causing a block and/or head hot spot and a crack in the block between cylinders #7 and #8. BMW NA not responsive. 
71000 mi

US $2000
Replaced light control module 
78000 mi

US $3700
Replaced one lower motor mount Replaced parking brake actuator Replaced several gaskets: alternator, valve cover, etc... 
78000 mi

US $4000
Clutch housing had a crack requiring the transmission to be rebuilt. 
80000 mi

US $500
There is a drain tube in front of the firewall on the passenger side that was clogged. It caused the wafer to pool in the rear-passenger foot well. The cost was due to taking the interior apart so it could dry properly. 
83000 mi

US $150
Cracked passenger-side front rim. Shop was able to weld and repair the wheel. 
90000 mi

US $855
Replaced hydraulic trunk strut and fluid. 
93000 mi

US $401
Replaced sunroof seal. 
95000 mi

US $720
1 pad, 2 rotors ,1 wear sensor 
96000 mi

US $522
Replaced heater valve (stuck on only blowing warm air) 
100000 mi

US $3000
Replaced head gasket and other seals as car was smoking. 

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2006 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan

360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

120000 mi

US $1400
Vacuum pump leak 
84600 mi

US $1500
replaced steering angle sensor, no more error messages 
110000 mi

US $2562
Replace front and rear suspension control arms w/bushings 
125000 mi

US $1200
Valve cover gasket 
87200 mi

US $1400
Replaced Guibo joint and other internal transmission parts 
113000 mi

US $2500
Dead Alternator 
113000 mi

US $5000
Seals leaking 

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2005.5 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 228hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

127000 mi

£1500
Turbocharger replaced. Dealer failed to change filter of crankcase breather valve. This clogged and eventually caused the turbo to fail. Turbo still working, but leaking / using oil. 

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2004 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.

325-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

80000 mi

US $9000
secondary air and valve guide seals 

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2004 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan

325-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

62468 mi

US $1059
Replaced alternator and belt. 

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2002 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan

325-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

124000 mi

US $7500
Engine coolant leak, transmission leak 
128000 mi

US $1100
Recharge and new fan 
155300 mi

US $2000
suspension work 
168300 mi

US $4200
transmission failed. installed a used one. new tm coolant lines 
172000 mi

US $2500
gaskets are leaking oil 

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2001 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.

282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

105300 mi

US $250
Power steering pump bolt became dislodged, caused serpentine belt to come off track, snap, and wrap around the water pump fan. 
107000 mi

US $1300
Valve cover gaskets needed to be changed New PCV? White Smoke, Erratic idle, Poor Engine Performance 

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2001 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan

282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

124000 mi

US $2500
complete front and reat suspension replacement. Didnt need it all but I did a complete refresh rather than replacing 4 or 5 bad part. 
178000 mi

US $1800
a/c system fan motor failure thermostat replacement 
183000 mi

US $350
power steering hoses, belts 

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1998 BMW 7-Series 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

135000 mi

US $1100
The damned pothole-filled streets of MI and the age of the vehicle caused the front springs to break requiring an expensive replacement of springs and struts. 
139000 mi

US $450
Replaced both rear brake lines which were about to leak.  Also replaced the expansion tank which apparently also leaked. Preventively replaced two accessory belts. 

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