CarRecallWatchThe 2003 BMW 745LI has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (11 reports).
2Recalls
50Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2003 BMW 745LI recalls
Most common 2003 BMW 745LI problems
Problem areas named in the 50 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 11 |
| Power Train | 8 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 5 |
| Tires | 4 |
| Equipment | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 |
| Structure | 3 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2003 BMW 745LI. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the brake fluid warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and diagnosed with rotors, brake wear sensors, and brake failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 174,500.
IT SHOWED UP ON MY DASH BOARD AND NOW ITS NOT GOING AWAY
THE AIRBAG LIGHT AND WARNING NEVER CLEARS WHEN DRIVING THE PASSGNERS AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT IS ON , SAYING BRING TO NEAREST BMW DEALER SHIP.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 BMW 745LI. AFTER PLACING THE VEHICLE IN PARK, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE GEAR SHIFTED INDEPENDENTLY INTO NEUTRAL. THE CONTACT CALLED BMW OF STERLING LOCATED IN STERLING, VIRGINIA AND WAS INFORMED THAT HE HAD TO PAY FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. IN ADDITION, THE PASSENGER AIR BAG MALFUNCTION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 181,000.
MY CAR IS HAVING SEVERE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS THAT WERE RECALLED ON OTHER CARS OF THE SAME YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL. ALSO THE PARK LIGHTS WON'T WORK MOST OF THE TIME. THE TRACTION CONTROL AS WELL AS THE ANTILOCK BRAKES GO IN AND OUT. THE STABILITY CONTROL ON THE FEONT PASSENGER SIDE GOES OUT. IT HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING.
2003 BMW 745LI questions
Does the 2003 BMW 745LI have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2003 BMW 745LI: Engine And Engine Cooling; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 BMW 745LI?
Based on 50 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (11), Power Train (8), Electrical System (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 BMW 745LI 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.