Bmw 740i 2001
Model 740i made in 2001 by Bmw got 17 consumer complains there are 4 recalls as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding exterior lighting. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, steering and tires. The car has 2 modeles with engines 4.4, 4.4, guzzler.
Model 2001
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 5 gears | R | 17/23/19 | 18,9000/30,0000/22,6755 | Premium | 1223 | MIDSIZE CARS | |
| 4.4, Guzzler | 8 | Semiautomatic, 5 gears | R | 15/21/17 | 16,8000/26,8000/20,1901 | Premium | 1367 | MIDSIZE CARS |
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN | ||||||||||||||||
| 01V206000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 11/01/2000 to 07/27/2001 | V (Vehicle) | 76469 | 09/28/2001 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 06/21/2001 | 07/02/2001 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| 02V138000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | V (Vehicle) | 1550 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 05/16/2002 | 05/20/2002 | |||||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| 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 . | |||||||||||||||
| TIRES - SIDEWALL | ||||||||||||||||
| 01V001000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 06/05/2000 to 10/09/2000 | V (Vehicle) | 3167 | 03/10/2001 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 01/04/2001 | 01/05/2001 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Handling and control would be drastically affected increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Ready | 04/27/2011 | |
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm | 04/27/2011 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||
| 03/08/2011 | |||
| My daughter with myselfand my 4 year old,riding on the passenger side driving on mallard creek road, all of a sudden we hear this loud | |||
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
| 06/24/2001 | 0 | ||
| Vehicle was hit broadside by another vehicle right in center of driver's door. upon impact, airbags failed to deploy. consumer has contacted dealer. please provide any further information.*ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 06/15/2006 | 60000 | 1 | |
| Burned harness connector to thermostat. fortunately the burned wires were only about 3 inches past the connector. *tr | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||
| 02/01/2008 | 65000 | 1 | 12/31/2003 |
| Smoke from engine and burning wires and electrical connectors at the plug to the engine cooling thermostat small fire extinguished with a small amount of water. *tr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 06/15/2006 | 60000 | 1 | |
| Burned harness connector to thermostat. fortunately the burned wires were only about 3 inches past the connector. *tr | |||
| 02/01/2008 | 65000 | 1 | 12/31/2003 |
| Smoke from engine and burning wires and electrical connectors at the plug to the engine cooling thermostat small fire extinguished with a small amount of water. *tr | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 10/10/2008 | 84100 | 1 | |
| 2001 bmw 740i - the transmission without any warning just stopped going in reverse. after research i find out this is an issue rampant among bmw's and owners with this transmission. please help - it seems as if bmw is aware but refuses to address this issue. they have even developed a ring fix to replace production parts that fail - however will still not stand behind an obvious and unsafe situation. *tr | |||
| SEAT BELTS | |||
| 03/30/2010 | 143000 | ||
| I own a 2001 bmw that i purchased from my father. it has never been in a major car accident and he was the only own. the back seat belts were almost never used until i took possession of the vehicle a little over a year ago. within the past three months i have notice that when my twin 4 year olds are buckled in their booster seats the seat belts spontaneously unbuckle. i have contacted bmw directly and a local bmw dealer. bmw says that it could be wear and tear of the mechanism and the dealer said maybe it is just the age of the mechanism causing this to happen. i understand that things wear out and break but apparently am under the false impression that my seat belts and airbag will protect me and my family in a crash. bmw will not pay for this repair since it is out of warranty and there is no recall on the part. the two belts will cost approximately $200 each plus labor. i am very concerned my children will be injured should i be involved in a car crash. | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES - ARM - IDLER AND ATTACHMENT | |||
| 08/22/2005 | 62000 | 5 | 01/01/2005 |
| Dt: the contact stated there was a problem with the front suspension. a loud rattling noise was coming from the suspension area. a mechanic replaced the front control arms and sway bar links. a month later a similar noise was coming from the suspension. the mechanic determined the center tie rod assembly, tie rod ends, and idler arm failed. the vehicle is at the mechanic shop waiting for the replacement parts. the manufacturer claimed this problem was normal. *ak | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | |||
| 08/22/2005 | 62000 | 5 | 01/01/2005 |
| Dt: the contact stated there was a problem with the front suspension. a loud rattling noise was coming from the suspension area. a mechanic replaced the front control arms and sway bar links. a month later a similar noise was coming from the suspension. the mechanic determined the center tie rod assembly, tie rod ends, and idler arm failed. the vehicle is at the mechanic shop waiting for the replacement parts. the manufacturer claimed this problem was normal. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM | |||
| 08/22/2005 | 62000 | 5 | 01/01/2005 |
| Dt: the contact stated there was a problem with the front suspension. a loud rattling noise was coming from the suspension area. a mechanic replaced the front control arms and sway bar links. a month later a similar noise was coming from the suspension. the mechanic determined the center tie rod assembly, tie rod ends, and idler arm failed. the vehicle is at the mechanic shop waiting for the replacement parts. the manufacturer claimed this problem was normal. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - STABILIZER BAR | |||
| 08/22/2005 | 62000 | 5 | 01/01/2005 |
| Dt: the contact stated there was a problem with the front suspension. a loud rattling noise was coming from the suspension area. a mechanic replaced the front control arms and sway bar links. a month later a similar noise was coming from the suspension. the mechanic determined the center tie rod assembly, tie rod ends, and idler arm failed. the vehicle is at the mechanic shop waiting for the replacement parts. the manufacturer claimed this problem was normal. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 03/07/2006 | 77000 | 1 | 03/01/2005 |
| Driving on the interstate, clear weather, average traffic, and during a lane change there was an unusual feel to the steering response. i slowed and moved to the left, shimmied the car gently side-side. maybe a tire losing pressure, i thought. i tool the first exit, got out and found no obvious problem. i started out again but as i turned back to go straight, the steering wheel did not align with its usual 'straight' position. i parked it and called for a tow. again nothing obvious until we lowered the car off the flatbed. the left rear tire turned with the front edge in towards the center of the car and the outside edge turned out. the tire lightly rubbed the inside vendor liner. the mechanic found the tie rod bolt sheared in half with the nut side missing and the head side laying on top of the lower control arm! no damage to the tie rod ends indicates no loosening prior to the failure. by sheer blessings, the stub of the bolt held the tie rod in place while i was driving at interstate speeds! that result would have been catastrophic if the tie rod had totally freed as speed, especially during rush hour. this part had never been serviced during my ownership or according to service records held by bmw. i enter this just in case this problem turns out to be more widespread than i believe it to be. i am lucky- for $150 and towing, my car is good. this failure could not have been found prior to parts breaking. the bolt sheared fairly cleanly. *nm | |||
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||
| 01/18/2005 | 73105 | 3 | 08/08/2000 |
| Driver's window regulator failed/broke with window in down position. this is the second time that particular regulator has failed. last year, the right rear window regulator failed - i was able to raise that window manually. if the right rear window switch is activated, the motor will continue to run until the opposite direction is selected on the switch. both failures were accompanied by a sound similar to breaking glass. i noted today when operating the left rear window (to minimize the buffeting at speed because of the left front window which is stuck half-way down), the same type of noise was evident when operated. i have purposely not operated the windows excessively because i have believed the window regulator to be a weak point on the seven series bmw's. a fellow co-worker with the same year and model replaced both rear regulators on one visit to the dealership. i believe that this condition could potentially be serious and should be investigated, and not dismissed as routine wear & tear or maintenance. *nm | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | SEASIDE | MY BMW | 1-831-899-5555 | |
| NY | NEW YORK CITY | SILVER STAR |