2001 BMW 740IL Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 740IL years
- More complaints than other years 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 BMW 740IL. That is the most of any 740IL model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is air bags (5 complaints, 19%), typically at around 63,950 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 26owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 BMW 740IL problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 5 | 19% | 63,950 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 5 | 19% | 69,950 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 15% | 83,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 12% | 87,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 12% | 120,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 8% | 142,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 8% | 105,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 4% | 84,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 4% | 104,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 4% | 142,325 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 4% | 84,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 4% | 54,100 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 4% | 91,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 BMW 740IL recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Tires:sidewall
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 18-inch tires. (18-inch tires are standard equipment on the m5 and optional equipment on the 7-series models). The machine used to mount and inflate the tires on the wheels at the assembly plant may have damaged the sidewall of one or more tires. The damaged area could weaken to the point where a sudden loss of air from the tire could occur.
Risk: Handling and control would be drastically affected increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the tires and if damage from the mounting machine is found, the tire will be replaced. Owner notification began march 10, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
"takata recall" my car brake lights just started to stay eliminated when i am driving. The steering wheel also adjusts on its on up and down while driving. The is when the vechile is in motion on any highway
I would like to report that the airbag control modules in the bmw 7 series from model year 1995 to 2001 have airbag control modules that are failing at a very high rate, leaving owners without airbags and the airbag warning light on. The new module from bmw is $1400. This is happening more…
Lcd pixel failure dashboard instrument cluster warning indicators unable to see safety and engine warnings
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 bmw 740il. While driving 65 mph, the vehicle accelerated without the accelerator pedal being depressed. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 101,000. .. Updated 12/2216 *bf *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 bmw 740il. The contact stated that a strong fuel odor entered the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
Other BMW 740IL years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 26 | 1 |
| 2000 740IL | 20 | 1 |
| 1999 740IL | 6 | 0 |
| 1998 740IL | 26 | 0 |
| 1997 740IL | 19 | 1 |
| 1996 740IL | 11 | 1 |
| 1995 740IL | 12 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 BMW 740IL?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 BMW 740IL?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 BMW 740IL a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 740IL model years, the 2001 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.