2001 BMW 740IL Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2001 BMW 740IL recalls

Most common 2001 BMW 740IL problems

Problem areas named in the 26 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	6
Electrical System	5
Engine And Engine Cooling	5
Fuel System, Gasoline	3
Power Train	3
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Steering	2
Tires	1
Seats	1
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)	1

What owners report

2019-06-21, Service Brakes
"TAKATA RECALL" MY CAR BRAKE LIGHTS JUST STARTED TO STAY ELIMINATED WHEN I AM DRIVING. THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO ADJUSTS ON ITS ON UP AND DOWN WHILE DRIVING. THE IS WHEN THE VECHILE IS IN MOTION ON ANY HIGHWAY

2018-09-09, Air Bags
I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT THAT THE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULES IN THE BMW 7 SERIES FROM MODEL YEAR 1995 TO 2001 HAVE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULES THAT ARE FAILING AT A VERY HIGH RATE, LEAVING OWNERS WITHOUT AIRBAGS AND THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON. THE NEW MODULE FROM BMW IS $1400. THIS IS HAPPENING MORE FREQUENTLY TO CARS IN COLD CLIMATES.

2017-06-24, Electrical System
LCD PIXEL FAILURE DASHBOARD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING INDICATORS UNABLE TO SEE SAFETY AND ENGINE WARNINGS

2016-09-30, Vehicle Speed Control
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 BMW 740IL. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,000. .. UPDATED 12/2216 *BF *TR

2016-06-24, Fuel/Propulsion System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 BMW 740IL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A STRONG FUEL ODOR ENTERED THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

2001 BMW 740IL questions

Does the 2001 BMW 740IL have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2001 BMW 740IL: Tires:Sidewall. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 BMW 740IL?

Based on 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (6), Electrical System (5), Engine And Engine Cooling (5).

How do I check if a recall on my 2001 BMW 740IL has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.