BMW 735I Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 1 safety recall on file for the BMW 735I, across 3 model years (1995–2003). The 1995 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
BMW 735I years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 735I model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1995 735I: 1 complaint, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW 735I problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW 735I model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 735I | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2002 735I | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 1995 735I | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 735I years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1995 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW 735I?
Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the BMW 735I have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.