Head-to-head reliability
BMW 750E vs Toyota Camry
How the BMW 750E and Toyota Camry compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
BMW 750E vs Toyota Camry: The BMW 750E has 0 complaints over 3 years and 4 recalls, while the Toyota Camry has 2,056 complaints over 10 years, 171 crash-related reports, and 1 death. The BMW's record is recall-only; the Camry's includes real owner-reported power train, brake, and electrical failures. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the BMW 750E or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
BMW 750E
The BMW 750E is a plug-in hybrid luxury sedan with no owner complaints filed over three years, but four recalls for electronic stability control and driver monitoring cameras. In ownership terms, that means very little reported day-to-day trouble, but the recalls point to electronic safety systems that may need dealer attention. A buyer should expect a quiet complaint record but should verify that all recall work has been completed.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a mainstream sedan with a much larger complaint record: 2,056 complaints over ten years, including 171 crash-related reports, 158 injuries, and one death. Owners frequently describe power train hesitation, stuck ignition keys, brake noises, and multiple electronic system malfunctions. That does not mean every Camry has these problems, but it does mean a used Camry needs a careful mechanical and electronic inspection.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | BMW 750E | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 2,056 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 4 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 171 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 Better | 205.6 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 158 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
BMW 750E
No component data available.
Three of the four BMW 750E recalls involve electronic stability control, including the control module. Owners have not filed complaints, but a recalled ESC module could affect traction and stability assistance, so buyers should confirm the recall fix was performed.
One recall covers the electrical system's advanced driver assistance driver monitoring camera or sensor. If this system fails, driver-assist features may not work as intended, so a pre-purchase scan for stored codes is wise.
The same recall touches the electrical system tied to driver monitoring. Because no owner complaints are on file, the main risk is an unrepaired recall rather than a pattern of repeated failures.
With zero complaints but four recalls, the BMW 750E's known issues are manufacturer-identified safety defects, not owner-reported breakdowns. Buyers should check the VIN with a dealer to ensure all four recalls are closed.
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN385
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER323
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES285
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM237
Owners report intermittent ignition keys that stay stuck even when the dashboard shows Park, sometimes requiring a battery disconnect to remove the key. Others describe hesitation and shuddering with the check engine light on, which can point to transmission or engine management trouble.
Complaints include delayed throttle response where pressing the accelerator produces a several-second lag before the car moves. That kind of hesitation can be dangerous when merging or pulling into traffic, and it often requires dealer diagnosis.
Owners report the electronic parking brake failing to disengage, sometimes requiring a tow, and a clicking or vibrating noise from the brake pedal area that dealers attribute to the ABS system. Brake problems are safety-critical and should be repaired before purchase.
One complaint describes multiple systems failing at once, including stability control, electric power steering, blind spot monitoring, secondary collision brake, and lane keeping assistance. That kind of simultaneous electronic failure can leave a driver without several safety aids at the same time.
“My 2023 Toyota Camry has developed an intermittent defect where the ignition key becomes stuck and cannot be removed even though the dashboard shows the vehicle is in Park. The only way to remove the key is to disconnect the vehicle's battery, which is not a…”
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was hesitating and shuddering, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
BMW 750E — 4 recalls
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (A…
The risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877…
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 740i, 740i xDrive, 760i xDrive, i7 eDrive50, i7 xDrive60, i7 M70, 2024 750e xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, i5 eDrive40, and i5 M60 vehicles. The ground connection to the steering wheel may not have been attached correctly, resulting in an i…
The risk: An inoperative hands-on detection system may fail to detect when the driver's hands are not on the steering wheel and therefore not engage the emergency stopping assistant system, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and reattach the ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (A…
The risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877…
The defect: BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Pleas…
The risk: A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
Toyota Camry — 31 recalls
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.
The risk: A wheel that detaches from a moving vehicle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the lug nuts, and replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir…
The risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
Buyer analysis
BMW 750E or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The BMW 750E has far fewer issues per year on paper: 0 complaints per year versus about 205.6 per year for the Toyota Camry. In practice, the Camry's much larger complaint record includes crash-related reports, injuries, and a death, while the BMW's record is limited to recalls. That difference means a used Camry deserves a more thorough mechanical and electronic inspection, even though it is a common and generally repairable car.
Key differences
- The BMW 750E has 0 owner complaints over 3 years, while the Toyota Camry has 2,056 complaints over 10 years, including 171 crash-related reports and 158 injuries.
- The BMW 750E's known issues are 4 recalls for electronic stability control and driver monitoring, with no owner-reported failure text on file.
- The Toyota Camry's top complaint areas are power train, engine, service brakes, and electrical system, with real owner reports of stuck keys, hesitation, brake noise, and multiple system malfunctions.
- The Camry record includes 1 death, while the BMW 750E record includes 0 deaths, 0 injuries, and 0 crash-related complaints.
- Ask for proof that all four recalls, especially the three electronic stability control recalls and the driver monitoring camera/sensor recall, have been completed.
- Have a dealer run the VIN for any open recall or service campaign, since no owner complaints exist to reveal real-world symptoms.
- Test the ignition key removal in Park and watch for hesitation or shuddering during a test drive, because owners report stuck keys and delayed throttle response.
- Listen for clicking or vibrating from the brake pedal area and check that the electronic parking brake disengages properly, since owners report ABS noise and parking brake failures.
Before you buy
- Run both vehicles' VINs through NHTSA or a dealer to confirm all recalls are closed, especially the BMW's ESC and camera recalls and the Camry's air bag and seat recalls.
- On the Camry, test the ignition key, throttle response, brake pedal feel, and electronic parking brake during a thorough test drive.
- On the BMW 750E, ask for a pre-purchase inspection that scans for electronic stability control and driver monitoring fault codes.
- Request complete service records for either car, since the Camry's complaint pattern includes power train and brake issues that may show up in repair history.
- Have an independent mechanic inspect the Camry's transmission, engine, ABS, and electrical systems before purchase, given the high complaint volume.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | BMW 750E | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 | 163 |
| 2024 | 0 | 50 |
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific BMW 750E or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- BMW 750E vs Toyota Camry
- BMW 750E total complaints
- 0
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,056
- BMW 750E total recalls
- 4
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- BMW 750E avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 205.6
- More reliable overall
- BMW 750E
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN