Bmw 740i 1995
Model 740i made in 1995 by Bmw got 23 consumer complains there are 5 recalls as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and fuel/propulsion system. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, equipment and service brakes, air. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, steering and suspension. The car has one 4.0l engine.
Model 1995
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 4.0L) | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 5 gears | RWD | 16/24/19 | 18/30/22 | Premium | $ 1065 | 5 | 950627 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V238000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 09/01/1994 to 10/01/1995 | V (Vehicle) | 18000 | 01/05/1996 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 12/11/1995 | 01/02/1996 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Fuel seepage can occur between a hose and the metal fuel line on either end of the hose resulting in fuel odor. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel leakage could potentially result in a vehicle fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the two fuel hoses, four metal fuel lines and associated clamps. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel; fuel lines; hoses; non-metallic.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: 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. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING - LINKAGES - LINK - DRAG - CONNECTION | ||||||||||||||||
| 10E021000 | FCP GROTON, LLC | E (Equipment) | 150 | 05/28/2010 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 05/27/2010 | 05/27/2010 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Fcp groton is recalling certain steering center drag links, p/n 32 21 1 096 057, sold from december 1, 2009 through april 9, 2010 as replacement equipment for model year 1995 through 2001 bmw 740i, 740il, and 750il passenger vehicles. the shaft of the steering center tie rod may shear off. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition would result, without warning, in immediate and complete loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in serious injury or death. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Fcp groton will notify owners and the tie rod will be replaced free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about june 1, 2010. owners may contact fcp groton toll-free at 1-877-634-0063. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket fcp groton steering center drag links bearing p/n 32 21 1 096 057 sold from december 1, 2009 through april 9, 2010 and has no relation to any original equipment installed on any vehicles manufactured by bmw.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - COIL SPRINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 97V140000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 09/01/1994 to 08/30/1996 | V (Vehicle) | 29000 | 10/30/1997 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 08/22/1997 | 08/29/1997 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. road grit and gravel associated with winter road conditions can penetrate the rubber of the lower front spring mounts and accumulate in the mounts causing notches or pits to develop. these notches can develop cracks resulting in breakage of a bottom coil of the spring. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The vehicle's ride height could be affected causing noise while the vehicle is driven. the vehicle's dynamic stability can be affected reducing the driver's ability to maintain control of the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace both front springs and lower spring mounts. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification is expected to begin by the end of october 1997.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.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V192000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 03/01/1995 to 05/01/1995 | V (Vehicle) | 3000 | 01/05/1996 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 10/11/1995 | 10/18/1995 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The lower suspension arm mounting eye on the right side rear axle hub carrier was produced with a casting flaw. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | It is possible that the right side rear axle carrier eye could crack and break while driving causing a loss of control and increasing the potential for a vehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the vehicles for a casting flaw in the right side rear axle carrier and if found, replace the carrier. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: suspension; single axle; rear.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: 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. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | ||||||||||||||||
| 97V131000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 06/01/1992 to 07/30/1997 | V (Vehicle) | 410000 | 10/30/1997 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 08/19/1997 | 08/29/1997 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The cruise control and throttle cables are attached to the same throttle valve actuating lever at the throttle housing. it is possible that the plastic bushing on either cable could break due to environmental influences coupled with vibration. if the bushing breaks, the outer cable housing can separate from the bushing. in this case, during application of the throttle pedal without cruise control being engaged, the outer tube could catch on the edge of the broken bushing. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could cause the throttle valve to remain partially open. it his were to occur, the car might not decelerate as expected increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a spring steel clip on the outer tube of each cable in the area of the adjusting screw and plastic bushing. the clip is designed to prevent the outer tube from dislodging from the bushing. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification is expected to begin by the end of october 1997. 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.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 12 01 98 | 02/01/1998 | 600237 | Information on heat exchanger operation. e38 740ia/ila with m62 engine produced up to 1/96 *db*yc | 04/30/1998 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS | |||||
| 72/07/96 | 12/01/1996 | 50678 | Child airbag letter, warning label and safety reference card. *tw | 05/27/1997 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - PADS | |||||
| 62 01 98 | 02/01/1998 | 600431 | Condition with brake pad warning stays illuminated after brake pad replacement. *yc | 05/14/1998 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||||
| 34 01 98 | 02/01/1998 | 34 03 97 | 600434 | Experiencing an intermittent momentary event where the brake pedal does not immediatlely return. models built prior to 3/97 *db*yc | 05/14/1998 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 05/01/2012 | 1 | ||
| When starting the car i smell strong odor of gas the fuel and mph meter moves up and down when turn to the left car makes loud rubbing sound and tires keep losing air brake light keep coming on. *tr | |||
| 05/01/2012 | |||
| When starting the car i smell strong odor of gas the fuel and mph meter moves up and down when turn to the left car makes loud rubbing sound and tires keep losing air break light keep coming on | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | |||
| 09/06/2001 | 2 | 06/01/2001 | |
| I have pruchased a pre owned - certified bmw from tisher auto. the car was purchased 6/23/01. it has been less than 90 days and i am obligated to pay for both rear light assemblies to correct the problem with the right rear brake light . the brake light does not come on and the console indicator confirms this. the dealer say that there is a short in the circuit board that control the function of the brake light assembly. i would appreciate it if you can inform me of any recalls on this particular vehicle. i have had the car less than 90 days and the repair cost is $436 dollars. i am trying to grasp the fact that this is a certified vehicle that i put just over 6400 miles on. can you help. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
| 02/08/2002 | |||
| Consumer was traveling 65mph on highway, and while driving he started smelling smoke. smoke was coming from the ceiling and dashboard.*ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 02/12/2003 | 65000 | 1 | 02/16/1995 |
| While traveling on a highway, the engine of my 1995 bmw 740i failed due to one of the oil pump bolts falling out and into the engine. there is no safety device on these bolts to prevent them from just slipping out and causing the engine to fail. this incident, if occuring in a busy street or freeway could endanger other motorist as well as the occupants of the disabled vehicle. after researching this type of incident, i have found that this has become a common problem with bmw's and that bmw is aware of this yet they refuse to address this problem. *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 09/15/2000 | 1 | ||
| Consumer was traveling over water and the vehicle experienced hydrolock due to water entering the engine. *slc | |||
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | |||
| 05/01/2012 | 1 | ||
| When starting the car i smell strong odor of gas the fuel and mph meter moves up and down when turn to the left car makes loud rubbing sound and tires keep losing air brake light keep coming on. *tr | |||
| 05/01/2012 | |||
| When starting the car i smell strong odor of gas the fuel and mph meter moves up and down when turn to the left car makes loud rubbing sound and tires keep losing air break light keep coming on | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 1 | 06/01/1995 | ||
| Fuel is leaking at point where hose meets metal fuel line, causing fire hazard. defect is same as mentioned in recall 95v238000. but, this vehicle was not included due to vin. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 01/02/2002 | 10 | 08/01/2001 | |
| I had to replace all the items mentioned, however i don't have the car anymore it was reopened on dec. 3, 2002 and i'm trying to fight the finance co. wfs. dt | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 05/01/2012 | 1 | ||
| When starting the car i smell strong odor of gas the fuel and mph meter moves up and down when turn to the left car makes loud rubbing sound and tires keep losing air brake light keep coming on. *tr | |||
| 05/01/2012 | |||
| When starting the car i smell strong odor of gas the fuel and mph meter moves up and down when turn to the left car makes loud rubbing sound and tires keep losing air break light keep coming on | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 08/15/2002 | 1 | ||
| While driving at any speed and with no warning if consumer hits a bump in the road front suspension will make a clunking loud noise. dealer notified.*akjlg | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | RIVERSIDE | 92504 | BMW OF RIVERSIDE | 909-785-4444 |