| Id | Vehicle Make | Vehicle Model | Model Year | Complaint Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 901115080 | BMW | 740I | 1994 | Ltr from senator on behalf of consumer regarding the government allowing bmw to import automobiles into the us market with a defective engine**cc the |
| 901091585 | BMW | 740I | 1994 | 1994 740i bmw leak down problem that destroyed the engine**cc the leak down flaw caused the engine to develop worn linings and exhibit a rough idle. |
| 006059424 | BMW | 740I | 2001 | Driving on the interstate, clear weather, average traffic, and during a lane change there was an unusual feel to the steering response. i slowed and |
| 005048313 | BMW | 740I | 2001 | Dt: the contact stated there was a problem with the front suspension. a loud rattling noise was coming from the suspension area. a mechanic replaced |
| 005048312 | BMW | 740I | 2001 | Dt: the contact stated there was a problem with the front suspension. a loud rattling noise was coming from the suspension area. a mechanic replaced |
| 005048311 | BMW | 740I | 2001 | Dt: the contact stated there was a problem with the front suspension. a loud rattling noise was coming from the suspension area. a mechanic replaced |
| 005048310 | BMW | 740I | 2001 | Dt: the contact stated there was a problem with the front suspension. a loud rattling noise was coming from the suspension area. a mechanic replaced |
| 004047528 | BMW | 740I | 1999 | Dt: the contact states there is a nhtsa recall campaign 99v005000 concerning automatic transmission. this vehicle is experiencing the same problems |
| 005013784 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | The engine completely failed on my 1994 bmw 740i. i understand that this model year has a known problem related to the sulphur content in america |
| 005003509 | BMW | 740I | 2001 | Driver's window regulator failed/broke with window in down position. this is the second time that particular regulator has failed. last year, the |
| 004287095 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | While driving vehicle stalled. consumer tried to restart vehicle, but was unable to do so. the temperature light appeared on the dashboard and |
| 004280316 | BMW | 740I | 1994 | Since 1999 my 1994 740i with 41,367 miles has interim car shakes on the street and at freeway speeds. for two years the dealer told me it was nothing |
| 0000264513 | BMW | 740I | 1997 | CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A COOLING SYSTEM PROBLEM. THE HOSE THAT WAS CONNECTED TO THE RADIATOR MELTED FROM THE HEAT THAT CAME FROM THE ENGINE.*AK |
| 004263913 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | While driving at any speed and without any warning vehicle stalled. consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealership, and mechanic determined that |
| 004257919 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | My car was leaking gas from the tank on the way home and when i got home i noticed that the gas tank was wet with gas and it leaked on the floor my |
| 004256072 | BMW | 740I | 1994 | I have listed a number of complaints that are equal to the type of problem that i am having. tell if this true and what can i do. i have a 1994 bmw |
| 003247166 | BMW | 740I | 1998 | Engine failed entirely, while passing a vehicle. driver able to retain enough control to bring car to halt safely on shoulder. car towed to |
| 003247165 | BMW | 740I | 1998 | Engine failed entirely, while passing a vehicle. driver able to retain enough control to bring car to halt safely on shoulder. car towed to |
| 003242006 | BMW | 740I | 1997 | There seems to be a common defect in the '1995-'01 bmw 740 series gas tank. there is a problem that occurs that creates a vaccum in the tank which |
| 003232095 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | While driving at normal speed the driver wearing the seat belt had a front collision, and neither of the air bags deployed. no air bag light warning |
| 001227018 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | The windshield wipers failed as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. *ak also |
| 001227017 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | The windshield wipers failed as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. *ak also |
| 001227016 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | The windshield wipers failed as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. *ak also |
| 001227015 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | The windshield wipers failed as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. *ak also |
| 001227014 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | The windshield wipers failed as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. *ak also |
| 996205677 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | Vehicle is a 1993 bmw 740 which was subject to an engine recall in september of 1996 at 67,000 miles. immediately and since that time, the car has |
| 0000202995 | BMW | 740I | 1999 | THE VEHICLE HIT A TREE, AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY.*JB |
| 003202552 | BMW | 740I | 1995 | While traveling on a highway, the engine of my 1995 bmw 740i failed due to one of the oil pump bolts falling out and into the engine. there is no |
| 003202066 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | The srs light came on in my vehicle and i took the vehicle into the dealer to have it inspected. they told me that the airbag module was defective and |
| 0000201421 | BMW | 740I | 1999 | CONSUMER HIT A TREE, AND THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY.*JB |
| 002183812 | BMW | 740I | 1995 | While driving at any speed and with no warning if consumer hits a bump in the road front suspension will make a clunking loud noise. dealer notified.* |
| 002175119 | BMW | 740I | 1994 | When putting vehicle in neutral, it rolls back like vechicle is still in reverse. dealer contacted.*jb replaced bushings and idler arm and wheel |
| 002175118 | BMW | 740I | 1994 | When putting vehicle in neutral, it rolls back like vechicle is still in reverse. dealer contacted.*jb replaced bushings and idler arm and wheel |
| 002166987 | BMW | 740I | 1995 | CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 65MPH ON HIGHWAY, AND WHILE DRIVING HE STARTED SMELLING SMOKE. SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE CEILING AND DASHBOARD.*AK |
| 001150991 | BMW | 740I | 2001 | Vehicle was hit broadside by another vehicle right in center of driver's door. upon impact, airbags failed to deploy. consumer has contacted |
| 0000143643 | BMW | 740I | 1995 | Fuel is leaking at point where hose meets metal fuel line, causing fire hazard. defect is same as mentioned in recall 95v238000. but, this |
| 000111942 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | While driving power seat on the driver's side kept moving forward, pinning the driver against the steering wheel. vehicle was taken to the dealership |
| 002103231 | BMW | 740I | 1995 | I had to replace all the items mentioned, however i don't have the car anymore it was reopened on dec. 3, 2002 and i'm trying to fight the finance co |
| 999100625 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | Gaskets in engine, oil pan, and intake manifold have failed approximately 3 times after originals had to be replaced. engine smoked and leaked oil |
| 999100624 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | Gaskets in engine, oil pan, and intake manifold have failed approximately 3 times after originals had to be replaced. engine smoked and leaked oil |
| 996019128 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | CONSUMER STATES THE DASH ELECTRONICS IN THE CLUSTER ARE INOPERATIVE.*JB |
| 000010816 | BMW | 740I | 1995 | CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING OVER WATER AND THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED HYDROLOCK DUE TO WATER ENTERING THE ENGINE. *SLC |
| 000010815 | BMW | 740I | 1995 | CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING OVER WATER AND THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED HYDROLOCK DUE TO WATER ENTERING THE ENGINE. *SLC |
| 0000092740 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | VEHICLE CAUGT FIRE AND BURNED COMPLETELY UP WITH IN MINUTES AFTER LEAVING BMW DEALERSHIP.*AK |
| 998072519 | BMW | 740I | 1998 | CUP HOLDER FAILED. *YC |
| 999057762 | BMW | 740I | 1998 | Upon starting vehicle and shifting into reverse gear, engine revved high/vehicle moved backwards, brakes were applied to stop vehicle, when put into |
| 998048236 | BMW | 740I | 1998 | VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN WITHOUT WARNING, ALL COMPONENTS FAIL INCLUDING STEERING. |
| 996019129 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | Vehicle was experiencing an engine coolant leak, the dealer found that the hose clamp was leaking which was then replaced.*jb engine was replaced, |
| 996019127 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | Consumer experienced problems with the electronic operators seat, it would completely recline to a horizontal position, on one occasion while driving |
| 996019126 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | Consumer experienced problems with the electronic operators seat, it would completely recline to a horizontal position, on one occasion while driving |
| 001227503 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | The windshield wipers failed as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. *ak also |
| 001227502 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | The windshield wipers failed as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. *ak also |
| 001227501 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | The windshield wipers failed as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. *ak also |
| 001227500 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | The windshield wipers failed as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. *ak also |
| 001227499 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | The windshield wipers failed as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. *ak also |
| 003216193 | BMW | 740I | 1997 | Upper nipple with hose connector on radiator is made of plastic and breaks off with fragments left in the hose. this really should not be made of |
| 003214260 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | Driver's seat on my 1993 bmw 740i reclined while car was in motion. seat back went all the way down and will not move. this made me lose partial |
| 003208856 | BMW | 740I | 1999 | Traction control, brake and abs light are all indicating failure. dealer is unable to determine cause. brakes appear to work ok but warning lights |
| 003208378 | BMW | 740I | 1999 | Traction control, brake and abs light are all indicating failure. dealer is unable to determine cause. brakes appear to work ok but warning lights |
| 003208377 | BMW | 740I | 1999 | Traction control, brake and abs light are all indicating failure. dealer is unable to determine cause. brakes appear to work ok but warning lights |
| 996206156 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | Vehicle is a 1993 bmw 740 which was subject to an engine recall in september of 1996 at 67,000 miles. immediately and since that time, the car has |
| 003203793 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED DUE TO FAULTY MODULE.*JB |
| 0000203468 | BMW | 740I | 1999 | THE VEHICLE HIT A TREE, AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY.*JB |
| 003203320 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED DUE TO FAULTY MODULE.*JB |
| 003203025 | BMW | 740I | 1995 | While traveling on a highway, the engine of my 1995 bmw 740i failed due to one of the oil pump bolts falling out and into the engine. there is no |
| 0000201894 | BMW | 740I | 1999 | CONSUMER HIT A TREE, AND THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY.*JB |
| 0000179823 | BMW | 740I | 1996 | While driving 55 mph and without warning front end began to make a loud noise. dealer was notified, and mechanic stated there was recall 97v140000 |
| 002175129 | BMW | 740I | 1994 | When putting vehicle in neutral, it rolls back like vechicle is still in reverse. dealer contacted.*jb replaced bushings and idler arm and wheel |
| 002175117 | BMW | 740I | 1994 | When putting vehicle in neutral, it rolls back like vechicle is still in reverse. dealer contacted.*jb replaced bushings and idler arm and wheel |
| 0000172707 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING SMOKE WAS COMING FROM REAR TIRE, AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK |
| 002166997 | BMW | 740I | 1995 | CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 65MPH ON HIGHWAY, AND WHILE DRIVING HE STARTED SMELLING SMOKE. SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE CEILING AND DASHBOARD.*AK |
| 0000143650 | BMW | 740I | 1995 | Fuel is leaking at point where hose meets metal fuel line, causing fire hazard. defect is same as mentioned in recall 95v238000. but, this |
| 002103238 | BMW | 740I | 1995 | I had to replace all the items mentioned, however i don't have the car anymore it was reopened on dec. 3, 2002 and i'm trying to fight the finance co |
| 999100632 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | Gaskets in engine, oil pan, and intake manifold have failed approximately 3 times after originals had to be replaced. engine smoked and leaked oil |
| 999100631 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | Gaskets in engine, oil pan, and intake manifold have failed approximately 3 times after originals had to be replaced. engine smoked and leaked oil |
| 001084978 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | Warning lights did not appear until about 4th episode of brake problem. computer found it necessary to activate abs because of rotor failure. |
| 001084977 | BMW | 740I | 2000 | Warning lights did not appear until about 4th episode of brake problem. computer found it necessary to activate abs because of rotor failure. |
| 001082191 | BMW | 740I | 1995 | I have pruchased a pre owned - certified bmw from tisher auto. the car was purchased 6/23/01. it has been less than 90 days and i am obligated to pay |
| 000039448 | BMW | 740I | 1998 | Airbags did not deploy despite direct hit to drivers side door at significant speed when they should have deployed. we want to obtain an independent |
| 996019133 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | VEHICLE WAS EXPERIENCING AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK, THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE HOSE CLAMP WAS LEAKING WHICH WAS THEN REPLACED.*JB |
| 000010820 | BMW | 740I | 1995 | CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING OVER WATER AND THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED HYDROLOCK DUE TO WATER ENTERING THE ENGINE. *SLC |
| 000010819 | BMW | 740I | 1995 | CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING OVER WATER AND THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED HYDROLOCK DUE TO WATER ENTERING THE ENGINE. *SLC |
| 0000179813 | BMW | 740I | 1996 | While driving 55 mph and without warning front end began to make a loud noise. dealer was notified, and mechanic stated there was recall 97v140000 |
| 999155897 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | While drivng and applying the gas, there is a loss of power in the engine, and vehicle will not accelerate. engine stays on when this happens. dealer |
| 999155877 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | While drivng and applying the gas, there is a loss of power in the engine, and vehicle will not accelerate. engine stays on when this happens. dealer |
| 998127009 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | While traveling noticed smoke, more smoke further down road. pulled to side of road & lifted hood. noticed coolant had leaked out. also, hose to |
| 999090365 | BMW | 740I | 1994 | Driver turned on to heavily traveled state highway when steering wheel failed to turn tires. car traveled across highway and came to rest just short |
| 998072341 | BMW | 740I | 1998 | WINDOW SHADE FAILED. *YC |
| 999057770 | BMW | 740I | 1998 | Upon starting vehicle and shifting into reverse gear, engine revved high/vehicle moved backwards, brakes were applied to stop vehicle, when put into |
| 998048244 | BMW | 740I | 1998 | VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN WITHOUT WARNING, ALL COMPONENTS FAIL INCLUDING STEERING. |
| 996019130 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | VEHICLE WAS EXPERIENCING AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK, THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE HOSE CLAMP WAS LEAKING WHICH WAS THEN REPLACED.*JB |
| 996019134 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | CONSUMER STATES THE DASH ELECTRONICS IN THE CLUSTER ARE INOPERATIVE.*JB |
| 996019132 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | The drivers side seat would adjust and drop to the full recline position, with the lower part moving to the extreme foward positon, consumer states on |
| 996019131 | BMW | 740I | 1993 | CONSUMER STATES THE DASH ELECTRONICS IN THE CLUSTER ARE INOPERATIVE.*JB |
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