Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Bmw / 740il
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
004113051 BMW 740IL 1999 The double glazing glass on my 1999 bmw 740il started delaminating and has steadily gotten worse, i know of many bmw owners who complain of this
007106349 BMW 740IL 2000 The problem areas of missing pixels are primarily located in the driver's instrument cluster that displays odometer & trip odometer, outside
006088937 BMW 740IL 2000 I am writing regarding my 2000 bmw 740il. for the past few months the anti-lock brake system (abs), dynamic stability control (dsc), and brake lights
006088936 BMW 740IL 2000 I am writing regarding my 2000 bmw 740il. for the past few months the anti-lock brake system (abs), dynamic stability control (dsc), and brake lights
006084122 BMW 740IL 1998 Dt*: the contact stated while driving 25 mph, a loud noise was heard coming from underneath the rear differential on the driver and passenger side.
006060776 BMW 740IL 2000 Two days after purchasing a 2000 bmw 740il with 45,000 miles on it from a friend, i left my driveway and activated the driver's side heated seat.
005032436 BMW 740IL 1999 Several months ago the abs light came on during a hard stop. the light comes on and off at will now. abs controller has failed according to
005029708 BMW 740IL 1995 Radiator fan exploded while driving on freeway. pieces of fan flew throughout engine bay (hood dented upwards 2 inches) broken pieces of fan lodged
005021138 BMW 740IL 2000 REAR TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AT 99,000 MILES
005019647 BMW 740IL 1998 Dt: the consumer states approximately 4 days ago the cluster on the dash went out the turn signal stopped working on the inside of the vehicle, but
005019646 BMW 740IL 1998 Dt: the consumer states approximately 4 days ago the cluster on the dash went out the turn signal stopped working on the inside of the vehicle, but
005019264 BMW 740IL 2000 I purchased a 2000, bmw 740il on april 5, 2005. the car had approximately 65,000 miles. since that time, i have had to take the car back to the
005019119 BMW 740IL 1998 No warning other than a slight anit-freeze smell. upon checking out the odor, upper radiator neck between hose clamp and radiator just broke off
005014235 BMW 740IL 1998 Low coolant message came on while driving. within a few miles, radiator cap overpresured and steam burst out while on the highway. pulled over and was
005014234 BMW 740IL 1998 Low coolant message came on while driving. within a few miles, radiator cap overpresured and steam burst out while on the highway. pulled over and was
005010549 BMW 740IL 1996 Vehicle is experiencing sudden acceleration. as soon as the vehicle is started, the rpm's will rev up to 3500 rpms preventing the driver from putting
004007063 BMW 740IL 2000 Car is smoking when started or idling, happened after oil and transmission fluid change. large clouds of smoke, taken to dealer 3 times, replaced many
004305903 BMW 740IL 2000 The rear tires were worn and the consumer could see the tire belt. please provide more information. michelin 25545r18 please provide the dot number
004305410 BMW 740IL 2000 CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE(NHTSA 04C002000) FOR THE CAR SEAT STRAP WEBBING. NO PARTS AVAILABLE. BRITAX E920606 MARATHON OCT 27 2003. *JB
002304751 BMW 740IL 1997 Purchased a "certified" bmw 1997 740il in 11/02 with 69,000 miles. in january i noticed a "tin can" popping sound from the rear of the vehicle and a
004296228 BMW 740IL 1997 The consumer had the same problem as stated in nhtsa recall# 97v140000 : vehicle description: passenger vehicles. road grit and gravel associated
004281225 BMW 740IL 1999 BATTERY EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. *AK
003261594 BMW 740IL 1998 When the vehicle is started a light comes on the dash warning about transmission fail safe program. when this light comes on vehicle cannot be
003252951 BMW 740IL 1997 There's a major flaw design in the bmw 740i and 740il fgrom years 1995-200. i was just driving and it failed without hesitation. i spoke with a lot
003252950 BMW 740IL 1997 While using the factory jack to change a tire, the jack became unstable due to the small base that is provided and the car fell off of the jack. the
003241466 BMW 740IL 1998 Faulty radiators that have a design flaw that allows for the radiator neck to break off without notice and spray hot coolant everywhere. this problem
002239959 BMW 740IL 1995 The vehicle was included in recall 95v238000 for fuel hose leakage. the recall was performed in 1996 but fuel began to leak again. the consumer has
003220304 BMW 740IL 1999 FAN CLUTCH BEARING SEIZED WHILE DRIVING HIGH RPM; FAN BLADE BROKE, BROKE DRIVE BELTS, HOSES, WATER PUMP, SHROUD, RADIATOR, AND DAMAGED HOOD. *NLM
003210392 BMW 740IL 1995 THE ENGINE COLLAPSED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS BROKE PISTON, WHICH CAUSED THE ENGINE ROD AND CYLINDER TO FAIL. *JB
002202324 BMW 740IL 1998 Advised to replace rear control arms (suspenion) due to excessive squeaking noise. three different repair shops attempted to lubricate to reduce
999196732 BMW 740IL 1995 AMPUTATION OF FINGER IN BMW ELECTRIC WINDOW
002166602 BMW 740IL 1995 After getting out of vehicle and returning 35 minutes later, noticed window was smoky. after opening door, consumer noticed that heated seats melted.
000154614 BMW 740IL 1996 Gas tank imploded sucking itself in and causing gas to leak and spill. tank was replaced in september of 2000. however, problem has been ongoing
000132389 BMW 740IL 1996 Hood came crashing up against windshield while driving on freeeway. this could have caused a crash dealer found that the safety hold down pin on the
002093131 BMW 740IL 1998 While driving on a higway and taking a turn over a curved portion of the highway i found the power in the steering was not functioning and the
001092853 BMW 740IL 1993 My car started missing and smoking on dec, 2001. i took it to my mechanic, and aftertairing down the engine, he found that the block was deective. and
002092570 BMW 740IL 2001 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
002092326 BMW 740IL 1996 THIS PROBLEM W/ RADIATOR IS VERY COMMON W/ THIS VEHICLE AND MANUFACTURER REFUSES ANY RESPONSIBILITY. *AK
002092278 BMW 740IL 1998 Radiator blew at 70mph on the freeway. this is a known problem with this model and bmw noth america refuses to admit there is a problem. luckily no
001081734 BMW 740IL 1996 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
0000063194 BMW 740IL 2000 No child seat tether apparatus, same vehicle delivered 1 month later has (3) tether apparatus hooks built into car. dealer wants over $200 to install
000057167 BMW 740IL 2000 While driving on the highway, a car in the other lane hit a piece of firewood and knocked it under our car. this caused (for some reason) the
994027961 BMW 740IL 1994 The consumer test drove this vehicle and noticed rough idle, in which he felt that this was a sign of impending failure. the engine is prone to
001025066 BMW 740IL 9999 CONSUMER STATES THE VEHICLES BRAKES WERE REPLACED.*JB
999025065 BMW 740IL 9999 CONSUMER STATES THERE IS A RED LIGHT ON AND A CLICKING NOISE IN THE DASHBOARD AIR CONDITIONER.*JB
998025064 BMW 740IL 9999 The key would not turn the ignition, the wiring harness was burned out causing crunching noises in the steering column, which burned out twice,
998025063 BMW 740IL 9999 CONSUMER STATES THE HOOD WILL NOT OPEN.*JB
998025062 BMW 740IL 9999 CONSUMER STATED THE WINDSHIELD ALL OF A SUDDEN FOGGED UP, ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT DUE TO POOR VISIBLITY.*JB
002025061 BMW 740IL 9999 ON 2 OCCASIONS THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED, ALMOST CAUSING CONSUMER TO HAVE AN ACCIDENT.*JB
002024109 BMW 740IL 9999 Front windshield failed eight times and was replaced. consumer is asking for an investigation into this dangerous and potential life threating
999018837 BMW 740IL 1999 The vehicle would not start and it stalled while driving prior to recall. the dealer states the problem was fixed, but the problem reoccurred. *yh
999018836 BMW 740IL 1999 THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AND IT STALLED WHILE DRIVING PRIOR TO RECALL. THE DEALER STATES THE PROBLEM WAS FIXED, BUT THE PROBLEM REOCCURRED. *YH
0000017518 BMW 740IL 1998 When the vehicle is locked by remote key from outside, anyone left inside the vehicle cannot open the door. the consumer stated that the problem is
0000011455 BMW 740IL 1998 TRUNK LID OPENS AND THEN CLOSES ON ITS OWN, DEALER STATED THE TRUNK LID IS TOO CLOSE TO THE ACTUATOR. *SLC
0000011453 BMW 740IL 1998 MOTOR FOR SHOULDER STRAP WAS REPLACED, IT WOULD NOT RETRACT, LATER THE STRAP FAILED AGAIN AND THE DEALER REPLACED THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY. *SLC
000011450 BMW 740IL 1998 SUSPENSION SQUEAKS, THE DEALER REPLACED THE REAR BALL JOINTS. *SLC
999011448 BMW 740IL 1998 THERMOSTAT WAS REPLACED. *SLC
000011447 BMW 740IL 1998 LIGHTS DIMMED AND VEHICLE ALMOST STALLED AT IDLE, DEALER REPLACED CATALYTIC CONVERTER. *SLC
999011446 BMW 740IL 1998 All 3 rear brake lights were replaced due to brake light warning light illuminated, passenger side front light bulb, driver side front light bulb,
000010740 BMW 740IL 9999 The consumer was involved in an accident when another vehicle struck their's causing the steering wheel and brakes not to work, this caused the
999151849 BMW 740IL 1998 VEHICLE STALLED FOR NO REASON WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH. HAPPENED ONCE BEFORE. TOOK TO DEALER, HAD ENTIRE COMPUTER SYSTEM REPLACED. *AK
999150680 BMW 740IL 1996 Vehicle was involed in sudden acceleration while traveling on the highway with cruise control engaged at approximately 55 mph. consumer was
999150679 BMW 740IL 1996 Vehicle was involed in sudden acceleration while traveling on the highway with cruise control engaged at approximately 55 mph. consumer was
999150678 BMW 740IL 1996 Vehicle was involed in sudden acceleration while traveling on the highway with cruise control engaged at approximately 55 mph. consumer was
0000072521 BMW 740IL 1997 AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT FAILED TWICE. *YC
997041422 BMW 740IL 1993 TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTIONED.
0000041260 BMW 740IL 1993 POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE CAME APART FROM FRAME AREA DUE TO FAULTY DESIGN CAUSING LEAKING.
003220789 BMW 740IL 1999 FAN CLUTCH BEARING SEIZED WHILE DRIVING HIGH RPM; FAN BLADE BROKE, BROKE DRIVE BELTS, HOSES, WATER PUMP, SHROUD, RADIATOR, AND DAMAGED HOOD. *NLM
003214465 BMW 740IL 1997 I have had three separate failures of plastic radiator components in my 1997 bmw 740il in the space of 5 months. at first inspection, these appear to
002202797 BMW 740IL 1998 Advised to replace rear control arms (suspenion) due to excessive squeaking noise. three different repair shops attempted to lubricate to reduce
0000202054 BMW 740IL 2000 Speedometer reads 10% too high - dealer can not fix - dot standard 2.5%. *ph *nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis
0000201581 BMW 740IL 2000 Speedometer reads 10% too high - dealer can not fix - dot standard 2.5%. *ph *nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis
999197197 BMW 740IL 1995 AMPUTATION OF FINGER IN BMW ELECTRIC WINDOW
002191065 BMW 740IL 2000 The dealer says us specifications for the headlights canot be adjusted for safety reasons. consumer states' the headlights do not provide adequate
002182013 BMW 740IL 2001 FRONT CRASH AT 35 MPH, NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. DRIVER SUFFERED MINOR HEAD INJURIES, DAMAGE TO VEHICLE UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME.*AK
002182003 BMW 740IL 2001 FRONT CRASH AT 35 MPH, NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. DRIVER SUFFERED MINOR HEAD INJURIES, DAMAGE TO VEHICLE UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME.*AK
002180361 BMW 740IL 1997 While driving 60mph water pump failed, causing steam to come up from hood, resulting in loss of control.*ak consumer stated the radiator hose blew
002180351 BMW 740IL 1997 While driving 60mph water pump failed, causing steam to come up from hood, resulting in loss of control.*ak consumer stated the radiator hose blew
002178471 BMW 740IL 1993 Vehicle was involved in a crash and neither air bag deployed. manufacturer was notified. *ak the new small safety switch which allows the vehicle to
002178470 BMW 740IL 1993 Vehicle was involved in a crash and neither air bag deployed. manufacturer was notified. *ak the new small safety switch which allows the vehicle to
002178464 BMW 740IL 1993 While in park and after turning on ignition switch vehicle suddenly accelerated and took off, resulting in a vehicle crash. manufacturer was notified
0000174976 BMW 740IL 1993 Engine is losing pressure through cylinders, causing vehicle to overheat and smoke. dealer has replaced engine block; however, problem has
000154621 BMW 740IL 1996 Gas tank imploded sucking itself in and causing gas to leak and spill. tank was replaced in september of 2000. however, problem has been ongoing
001152850 BMW 740IL 1995 While on road vehicle was being dried off after going through car wash, the reservoir tank bursted. consumer has contackted dealer. please provide
001152843 BMW 740IL 1995 While on road vehicle was being dried off after going through car wash, the reservoir tank bursted. consumer has contackted dealer. please provide
000111235 BMW 740IL 1996 Brake warning light switch failed, allowing the switch to remain in the brake light off position or in the brake light on position. also, when
002103504 BMW 740IL 1997 Engine rpm will suddenly surge from 8oo to 2500 rpm with no warning. idle will vary from 800 rpm to 400 rpm and then possibly shoot up to 12-2500 rpm
0000101113 BMW 740IL 1994 THIS ENGINE IS A NIKASIL ENGINE THAT HAS NOT FAILED YET, BUT WILL FAIL DUE TO THE MATERIAL USED. MR
002099379 BMW 740IL 2001 5 times failure to start the car and needed 5 return visits for the same problem,2 new batteries,and continue the same problem.now my faith has been
002093459 BMW 740IL 1995 CLOGGED VENT TUBE AND EXPANSION TANK CAUSED EXCESS VACUUM WHICH COLLAPSED FUEL TANK. TANK CREASED AS A RESULT AND LEAKING GAS ALONG CREASE.*AK
002093452 BMW 740IL 1995 CLOGGED VENT TUBE AND EXPANSION TANK CAUSED EXCESS VACUUM WHICH COLLAPSED FUEL TANK. TANK CREASED AS A RESULT AND LEAKING GAS ALONG CREASE.*AK
002093334 BMW 740IL 1993 I set memory seat position 1 and it worked fine. i was driving home at 70 mph and wondered if i should set position 2 for greta. i hit the button
002093327 BMW 740IL 1993 I set memory seat position 1 and it worked fine. i was driving home at 70 mph and wondered if i should set position 2 for greta. i hit the button
002093133 BMW 740IL 1998 While driving on a higway and taking a turn over a curved portion of the highway i found the power in the steering was not functioning and the
002093132 BMW 740IL 1998 While driving on a higway and taking a turn over a curved portion of the highway i found the power in the steering was not functioning and the
001092860 BMW 740IL 1993 My car started missing and smoking on dec, 2001. i took it to my mechanic, and aftertairing down the engine, he found that the block was deective. and
002092577 BMW 740IL 2001 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
002092333 BMW 740IL 1996 THIS PROBLEM W/ RADIATOR IS VERY COMMON W/ THIS VEHICLE AND MANUFACTURER REFUSES ANY RESPONSIBILITY. *AK
001085669 BMW 740IL 2000 Traveling at 65mph on freeway, tire blew out on inner side. had to pull over on left side of freeway. highway patrol had to stop traffic on freeway
0000063200 BMW 740IL 2000 No child seat tether apparatus, same vehicle delivered 1 month later has (3) tether apparatus hooks built into car. dealer wants over $200 to install
000061458 BMW 740IL 1996 HOOD CAME SMASHING INTO WINDSHIELD FRAME, BLOCKING VISIBILITY OF HIGHWAY. *AK
000057054 BMW 740IL 1993 KNOWN DEFECT BY MANUFACTURER & DEALER. NOT DISCLOSED UPON SALE. UNWILLING TO FIX NOW. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED. *AK
000057048 BMW 740IL 1993 KNOWN DEFECT BY MANUFACTURER & DEALER. NOT DISCLOSED UPON SALE. UNWILLING TO FIX NOW. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED. *AK
998053073 BMW 740IL 1997 PASSENGER UNABLE TO UNLOCK POWER LOCKS MANUALLY, LEAVING PASSENGER TRAPPED IN VEHICLE W/WINDOWS UP IN 95 DEGREE HEAT. QCAW
994027966 BMW 740IL 1994 The consumer test drove this vehicle and noticed rough idle, in which he felt that this was a sign of impending failure. the engine is prone to
998025070 BMW 740IL 9999 CONSUMER STATED THE WINDSHIELD ALL OF A SUDDEN FOGGED UP, ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT DUE TO POOR VISIBLITY.*JB
998025068 BMW 740IL 9999 CONSUMER STATES THE HOOD WILL NOT OPEN.*JB
998025067 BMW 740IL 9999 The key would not turn the ignition, the wiring harness was burned out causing crunching noises in the steering column, which burned out twice,
999025066 BMW 740IL 9999 CONSUMER STATES THERE IS A RED LIGHT ON AND A CLICKING NOISE IN THE DASHBOARD AIR CONDITIONER.*JB
001025065 BMW 740IL 9999 CONSUMER STATES THE VEHICLES BRAKES WERE REPLACED.*JB
002025064 BMW 740IL 9999 ON 2 OCCASIONS THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED, ALMOST CAUSING CONSUMER TO HAVE AN ACCIDENT.*JB
002024113 BMW 740IL 9999 Front windshield failed eight times and was replaced. consumer is asking for an investigation into this dangerous and potential life threating
0000022156 BMW 740IL 9999 The vehicle, upon starting and putting in reverse, makes booming or thud noise from the rear end followed by the sevice engine soon light. the dealer
0000022155 BMW 740IL 9999 The vehicle, upon starting and putting in reverse, makes booming or thud noise from the rear end followed by the sevice engine soon light. the dealer
0000022151 BMW 740IL 9999 The vehicle, upon starting and putting in reverse, makes booming or thud noise from the rear end followed by the sevice engine soon light. the dealer
000011459 BMW 740IL 1998 PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR LOCK KNOB POPPED OFF, DEALER INSTALLED MISSING CAP FOR RIGHT REAR DOOR LOCK. *SLC
0000011456 BMW 740IL 1998 SRS LIGHT ILLUMINTATED. *SLC
000011455 BMW 740IL 1998 SUSPENSION SQUEAKS, THE DEALER REPLACED THE REAR BALL JOINTS. *SLC
000011454 BMW 740IL 1998 PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR LOCK KNOB POPPED OFF, DEALER INSTALLED MISSING CAP FOR RIGHT REAR DOOR LOCK. *SLC
999011453 BMW 740IL 1998 All 3 rear brake lights were replaced due to brake light warning light illuminated, passenger side front light bulb, driver side front light bulb,
999011452 BMW 740IL 1998 RADIO FAILED. *SLC
0000011451 BMW 740IL 1998 Rattle in dash, dealer replaced stepper motors, traction control light illuminated, an adjustment was made to the cable, electronic controls on driver
999011450 BMW 740IL 1998 THERMOSTAT WAS REPLACED. *SLC
0000011449 BMW 740IL 1998 PADS AND ROTORS WERE REPLACED DUE TO THEM BEING WORN. *SLC
0000011445 BMW 740IL 1998 Windshield cracked, the weather stripping separated from the window, jets for windshield wiper fluid were not aligned correctly, window regulator was
000010744 BMW 740IL 9999 The consumer was involved in an accident when another vehicle struck their's causing the steering wheel and brakes not to work, this caused the
0000174986 BMW 740IL 1993 Engine is losing pressure through cylinders, causing vehicle to overheat and smoke. dealer has replaced engine block; however, problem has
0000167322 BMW 740IL 1997 THERE WAS A RECALL FOR A GAS LEAK. HAD VEHICLE SERVICED A YEAR LATER AND GAS LEAK CONTINUES.*AK
0000156759 BMW 740IL 2001 While traveling at 35 mph passenger's side air bag deployed without any indication, and overhead air bags fell down, but did not deploy. please
0000156752 BMW 740IL 2001 While traveling at 35 mph passenger's side air bag deployed without any indication, and overhead air bags fell down, but did not deploy. please
0000156751 BMW 740IL 2001 While traveling at 35 mph passenger's side air bag deployed without any indication, and overhead air bags fell down, but did not deploy. please
999151869 BMW 740IL 1998 VEHICLE STALLED FOR NO REASON WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH. HAPPENED ONCE BEFORE. TOOK TO DEALER, HAD ENTIRE COMPUTER SYSTEM REPLACED. *AK
999150700 BMW 740IL 1996 Vehicle was involed in sudden acceleration while traveling on the highway with cruise control engaged at approximately 55 mph. consumer was
999150699 BMW 740IL 1996 Vehicle was involed in sudden acceleration while traveling on the highway with cruise control engaged at approximately 55 mph. consumer was
999150698 BMW 740IL 1996 Vehicle was involed in sudden acceleration while traveling on the highway with cruise control engaged at approximately 55 mph. consumer was
0000126331 BMW 740IL 1995 AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT HAS FAILED, AND WILL NOT COME BACK OUT . IT IS STUCK IN A CLOSED POSITION, CAUSING LOSS OF PROTECTION.*AK
0000101106 BMW 740IL 1994 THIS ENGINE IS A NIKASIL ENGINE THAT HAS NOT FAILED YET, BUT WILL FAIL DUE TO THE MATERIAL USED. MR
999080509 BMW 740IL 1994 NO SUMMARY
999060793 BMW 740IL 1993 THE WATER PUMP FROZE, THE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM WAS ON RECALL, HOWEVER NOT COVERED BY DEALER. MJS
999060785 BMW 740IL 1993 THE WATER PUMP FROZE, THE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM WAS ON RECALL, HOWEVER NOT COVERED BY DEALER. MJS
0000047432 BMW 740IL 1995 PASSENGER'S FINGER WAS NEARLY SEVERED WHEN CAUGHT IN THE RISING GLASS AND THE DOOR FRAME.
0000047424 BMW 740IL 1995 PASSENGER'S FINGER WAS NEARLY SEVERED WHEN CAUGHT IN THE RISING GLASS AND THE DOOR FRAME.
0000045456 BMW 740IL 1995 POWER WINDOW CRUSHED FINGER WITH PARTIAL AMPUTATION.
0000045448 BMW 740IL 1995 POWER WINDOW CRUSHED FINGER WITH PARTIAL AMPUTATION.
997041430 BMW 740IL 1993 TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTIONED.
0000027962 BMW 740IL 1994 The consumer is concerned about the nikasil m60b40 4.0 l (3982cc) fuel injected, dohc, v-8 engines, that are prone to premature failure before 100k
0000025060 BMW 740IL 9999 The front drivers seat was adjusted too far forward to drive, consumer could not reverse seat, it would not actuate, consumer located the fuse and
0000022152 BMW 740IL 9999 The vehicle, upon starting and putting in reverse, makes booming or thud noise from the rear end followed by the sevice engine soon light. the dealer

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