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2018 BMW 7 Series: common problems and reliability
· G11One of the better 7 Series years.
16 owner complaints, most about electrical system. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2018 7 Series?The 2018 BMW 7 Series has 16 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and engine. Owners most often flag 22-inch wheels prone to blowouts and bending on potholes.
Safety record for the 2018 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2018 BMW 7 Series vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other 7 Series years only. How we score it
Is 2018 a good year for the 7 Series?
Across the 30 7 Series model years we track, complaint volume runs from 4 (2022) to 317 (2006). With 16 complaints, the 2018 7 Series sits below the model's median of 35.
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.
Where owners report problems
What owners report on the G11 7 Series
Owners of the G11 7 Series consistently describe it as a genuinely impressive luxury cruiser with outstanding ride quality, comfort, and presence.
- Recurrent22-inch wheels prone to blowouts and bending on potholes
- RecurrentRun-flat tires with low profile (30 series) wear quickly and are vulnerable to damage
- RecurrentHigh maintenance costs, with motor mounts cited at approximately $4,000
- RecurrentComplex electronics prone to failure, making used examples cheap for a reason
- RecurrentN63 V8 engine reliability concerns in the 750i
Owner insights for the G11 7 Series. Read the full G11 owner report.
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