The most-reported 750iL run is WBAGC8313ND (1992 builds) with 2 complaints, 1.8× the typical run. Visibility problems make up 35% of reports; 1999 is the worst model year at 1 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for 750iL model years 1991–1999.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The BMW 750iL has 17 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 33% of every 750iL complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WBAGC8313ND•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| WBAGC8315LD•••••• | 1990 | — | — | |
| WBAGC831XLD•••••• | 1990 | — | — | |
| WBAGC8317MD•••••• | 1991 | — | — | |
| WBAGC8317ND•••••• | 1992 | 1 | — | |
| WBAGK232XSD•••••• | 1995 | — | — | |
| WBAGK2329TD•••••• | 1995 | — | — | |
| WBAGK2327TD•••••• | 1996 | — | — | |
| WBAGK2328VD•••••• | 1997 | — | — | |
| WBAGK2323WD•••••• | 1998 | — | — | |
| WBAGK2329WD•••••• | 1998 | — | — | |
| WBAGK2320WD•••••• | 1998 | — | — |
Each of the other 5 750iL runs has 1 complaint or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the BMW 750iL the gap between build years is 1×: a 1999 car draws 1 complaints per run, a 1998 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 3 | 3 | — | |
| 1998 | 5 | 5 | — |
Heaviest year here is 1999 at 1 complaints per run; lightest is 1998 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 35% of everything BMW 750iL owners report: Visibility, 6 of 18 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | — | — | |
| Fuel System | — | — | |
| Gasoline | — | — | |
| Air Bags | — | — | |
| Suspension | — | — | |
| Electrical System | — | — | |
| Seats | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 6 recall campaigns on the BMW 750iL; the 6 below cover build years 1991 to 1999. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 10E021000 | Steering:linkages:drag:link:connection | 1995–1999 |
| 97V140000 | Suspension:front:springs:coil Springs | 1995–1997 |
| 95V238000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1995–1996 |
| 96V110000 | Air Bags:frontal | 1991–1992 |
| 13V063000 | Visibility:rearview Mirrors/devices:exterior | 1997 |
| 95V192000 | Suspension:rear | 1995 |
The 750iL against its rivals
The 750iL draws 1.1 complaints per production run; the Cadillac Eldorado 1.4. That is the lowest rate of the 2.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 750iL | 18 | 17 | 5.6% | |
| Cadillac Eldorado | 160 | 117 | 3.1% |
How serious were they
Of the 18 reports on the BMW 750iL, 5.6% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | BMW 750iL | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 18 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 1 (5.6%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 0 (0%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The BMW 750iL share of that is 18 complaints over 17 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a BMW 750iL VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 18 NHTSA complaints from 17 750iL runs and 6 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which 750iL production run has the most complaints?
WBAGC8313ND, a 1992 build, with 2 complaints. The typical 750iL run has 1.1.
Which 750iL years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 1999 is heaviest at 1 complaints per run and 1998 lightest at 1.
Does the 750iL get more complaints than the Cadillac Eldorado?
No: 1.1 complaints per production run for the 750iL against 1.4 for the Cadillac Eldorado.
How many 750iL complaints involve a crash?
5.6% of 18 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 0 involved a fire.
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