CarRecallWatchThe 1997 BMW 840ci has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (2 reports).
1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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1997 BMW 840ci recalls
Most common 1997 BMW 840ci problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
What owners report
1. HEADLIGHT ADJUSTERS FALL OFF AND THE POP-UP HEADLIGHTS TILT DOWN. 2. VISIBILITY BECOMES POOR AT NIGHT - A SAFETY PROBLEM. 3. VEHICLE TAKEN TO DEALER - PARTS ON BACKORDER SINCE AT LEAST NOVEMBER 4, 2005. NO REPAIR IS POSSIBLE WITHOUT PARTS. DEALER SAYS 139 PART KITS ARE ON BACKORDER AS OF 3/12/06, INDICATING WIDESPREAD PROBLEM WITH VERY RARE CAR. *NM
ADJUSTERS FALL OFF AND THE HEADLIGHTS TILT DOWN AND VISIBILITY BECOMES VERY POOR AT NIGHT.
1997 BMW 840ci questions
Does the 1997 BMW 840ci have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1997 BMW 840ci: Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 BMW 840ci?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 BMW 840ci 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.