1994 BMW 740
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1994: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 3 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 2001 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 3 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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Vehicle has intermittent sudden unwanted acceleration with no prior warning. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-27
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.
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While traveling at any speed vehicle would stall without indication. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further information.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-03-28
Electrical system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.
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Underhood fire; turned on ignition; shifted to reverse; motor died;attemped to restart;noticed smoke coming from underhood;within minutes, engulfed with flames.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-13
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1994 BMW 740 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1994 BMW 740 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 1994 BMW 740?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1994 BMW 740 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.