MYRModel Year Report

1993 BMW 740IL

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1993 BMW 740IL
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:34:00.970Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 740IL Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1993 highlighted. 1993: 9 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1995: 12 complaints 1995 1996: 11 complaints 1997: 19 complaints 1997 1998: 26 complaints 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 20 complaints 2001: 26 complaints 2001
1993: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
19939
19943
199512
199611
199719
199826
19996
200020
200126

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 9 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 9 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
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WHILE IN PARK AND AFTER TURNING ON IGNITION SWITCH VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND TOOK OFF, RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020702

STEERING

1 of 9 total reports mentions: steering.

SEATS

1 of 9 total reports mentions: seats.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 9 total reports mentions: power train.

CRASH
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VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK THE NEW SMALL SAFETY SWITCH WHICH ALLOWS THE VEHICLE TO START IN PARK AND NEUTRAL POSITIONS.*YH

NHTSA ODI report, 20020702

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19960930 — exterior lighting

THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH CAN FAIL ALLOWING THE SWITCH TO REMAIN IN THE "BRAKE LIGHTS OFF" POSITION OR IN THE "BRAKE LIGHTS ON" POSITION.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED SWITCH.

Campaign 96V111000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1993 BMW 740IL — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 96V111000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1993 BMW 740IL 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 1993 BMW 740IL?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1993 BMW 740IL have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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