The 2009 BMW 7 Series has 26 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and power train. Owners most often flag high maintenance and repair costs: very expensive parts and labor, especially for electronic components and engine-related repairs. frequency: very frequent.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2009 BMW 7 Series vehicles (US, public record).
Across the 18 7 Series model years we track, complaint volume runs from 3 (2019) to 102 (2002). With 26 complaints, the 2009 7 Series sits about the same asthe model's median of 24.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Sentiment is mixed and heavily dependent on generation and ownership phase. Long-term owner reports for older generations (e.g., E65, F01, G11/G12) highlight significant concerns regarding high maintenance costs, complex electronics, and…
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Used 7 Series listings typically run $17,388–$37,900 across 2012 to 2026 model years.
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