2004 BMW 7 Series vs 2006 BMW 7 Series
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 BMW 7 Series | 2006 BMW 7 Series |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 28 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 36 | 30 |
| Investigations | 3 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 54,500 mi | 77,547 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 7 Series | BMW 7 Series |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 4 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 3 |
| Seats | 3 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2004 BMW 7 Series
2006 BMW 7 Series
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.