2001 BMW 740ILA Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 740ILA years
- Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2001 BMW 740ILA. That ranks 2nd out of 4 740ILA model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 33,400 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 BMW 740ILA 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | 33,400 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 100% | 33,400 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 100% | 33,400 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 100% | 33,400 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2001 BMW 740ILA recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the engine auxiliary/cooling fan operation, including variable speed, is electronically controlled. Failure of the fan motor can cause the electrical circuitry of the fan control unit to overload and fail, causing the fan to stop operating.
Risk: If this were to occur, engine overheating and subsequent engine damage could result. In addition, it is possible for the failure of the electrical circuitry to cause a fire in the fan control unit located in the front of the engine compartment.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fan. Owner notification began september 28, 2001. This is a supplement to a recall that began during september 2001 (see recall campaign 01v206). 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.
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The engine auxiliary/cooling fan operation, including variable speed, is electronically controlled. Failure of the fan motor can cause the electrical circuitry of the fan control unit to overload and fail, causing the fan to stop operating.
Risk: If this were to occur, engine overheating and subsequent engine damage could result. In addition, it is possible for the failure of the electrical circuitry to cause a fire in the fan control unit located in the front of the engine compartment.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fan. Owner notification began september 28, 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.
While driving, the consumer heard a sound which was coming from the air conditioner. Also, radiator had a crack. Check coolant light illuminated on the dash board. The vehicle was bmw certified. *ak the windows fell off of track, the cd player and the nau system was inoperative. *sc
Other BMW 740ILA years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 | 2 |
| 1999 740ILA | 0 | 2 |
| 1998 740ILA | 3 | 1 |
| 1995 740ILA | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 BMW 740ILA?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine and engine cooling, equipment problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2001 BMW 740ILA?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 BMW 740ILA a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 740ILA model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.