MYRModel Year Report

2001 BMW 7 Series

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2001 BMW 7 Series
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:55:58.540Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaint 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2 2002: 4 complaints 2003: 8 complaints 2003 2004: 28 complaints 2005: 4 complaints 2005 2006: 29 complaints 2007: 13 complaints 2007 2008: 11 complaints
1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2 2002: 4 complaints 2002 2003: 8 complaints 2003 2004: 28 complaints 2004 2005: 4 complaints 2005 2006: 29 complaints 2006 2007: 13 complaints 2007 2008: 11 complaints 2008
1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2 2002: 4 complaints 2002 2003: 8 complaints 2003 2004: 28 complaints 2004 2005: 4 complaints 2005 2006: 29 complaints 2006 2007: 13 complaints 2007 2008: 11 complaints 2008

2001: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19952
19961
19972
19980
19992
20002
20012
20024
20038
200428
20054
200629
200713
200811

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train.

Show complaint excerpts

I recently filed a complaint with NHTSA regarding this issue with my transmission and since then I have had the opportunity to do some research.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-13

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing radiator assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

I need to have a new engine put in for my 2001 740I BMW due to a cracked radiator which LED to the damage of the engine beyond repair. The car has 68,000 miles on it.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-06-09

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2001 BMW 7 Series — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 BMW 7 Series reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 BMW 7 Series?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 BMW 7 Series have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.