1995 BMW 740I

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1995 BMW 740I
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:45:51.734Z

Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 740I Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1995 highlighted. 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 7 complaints 1995: 9 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaints 1996 1997: 3 complaints 1998: 8 complaints 1999: 8 complaints 1999 2000: 12 complaints 2001: 15 complaints 2012: 4 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaints 2014: 1 complaints 2015: 1 complaints 2015 2016: 12 complaints 2017: 7 complaints 2018: 5 complaints 2018 2019: 3 complaints 2020: 1 complaints 2021: 1 complaints 2021 2023: 9 complaints 2024: 3 complaints 2025: 0 complaints 2025
1995: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
199315
19947
19959
19961
19973
19988
19998
200012
200115
20124
20131
20141
20151
201612
20177
20185
20193
20201
20211
20239
20243
20250

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.

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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

NHTSA ODI report, 20020829

SUSPENSION

1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.

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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

NHTSA ODI report, 20120911

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 9 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

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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

NHTSA ODI report, 20120911

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 9 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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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

NHTSA ODI report, 20021205

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 9 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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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

NHTSA ODI report, 20010413

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19960105 — fuel system, gasoline

FUEL SEEPAGE CAN OCCUR BETWEEN A HOSE AND THE METAL FUEL LINE ON EITHER END OF THE HOSE RESULTING IN FUEL ODOR.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TWO FUEL HOSES, FOUR METAL FUEL LINES AND ASSOCIATED CLAMPS.

Campaign 95V238000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19960105 — suspension

THE LOWER SUSPENSION ARM MOUNTING EYE ON THE RIGHT SIDE REAR AXLE HUB CARRIER WAS PRODUCED WITH A CASTING FLAW.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES FOR A CASTING FLAW IN THE RIGHT SIDE REAR AXLE CARRIER AND IF FOUND, REPLACE THE CARRIER.

Campaign 95V192000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19971030 — suspension

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 N

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH FRONT SPRINGS AND LOWER SPRING MOUNTS.

Campaign 97V140000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19971030 — vehicle speed control

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 ENVI

Remedy: 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 TH

Campaign 97V131000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100528 — steering

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, 74

Remedy: 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 1-877-634-0

Campaign 10E021000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1995 BMW 740I — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 95V238000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 95V192000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 97V140000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 97V131000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10E021000 (steering) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1995 BMW 740I 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 1995 BMW 740I?

The most-reported component is suspension:front, accounting for 11% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1995 BMW 740I have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.