BMW 740IA Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the BMW 740IA, across 3 model years (1995–1999). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.
BMW 740IA years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 740IA model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1999 740IA: 2 complaints, 2 recalls
- 1998 740IA: 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 740IA problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW 740IA model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 740IA | 2 | 2 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 1998 740IA | 1 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 1995 740IA | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 740IA years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (2), 1998 (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 740IA?
Fuel System, Gasoline, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the BMW 740IA have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.