MYRModel Year Report

1995 BMW 740IL

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1995 BMW 740IL
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:48:58.802Z

Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
12

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 1995

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1993: 9 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1995: 12 complaints 1995 12 1996: 11 complaints 1997: 19 complaints 1997 1998: 26 complaints 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 20 complaints 2001: 26 complaints 2001
1993: 9 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 12 complaints 1995 12 1996: 11 complaints 1996 1997: 19 complaints 1997 1998: 26 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 20 complaints 2000 2001: 26 complaints 2001
1993: 9 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 12 complaints 1995 12 1996: 11 complaints 1996 1997: 19 complaints 1997 1998: 26 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 20 complaints 2000 2001: 26 complaints 2001

1995: 12 complaints

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YearComplaints
19939
19943
199512
199611
199719
199826
19996
200020
200126

Known problem areas

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

4 of 12 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing emission control and engine.

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The engine collapsed without warning. The dealer diagnosed the problem as broke piston, which caused the engine rod and cylinder to fail.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-14

Visibility

3 of 12 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing power window devices and controls.

INJURY
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Amputation of finger in BMW electric window

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-23

Power window crushed finger with partial amputation.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-02-18

Passenger's finger was nearly severed when caught in the rising glass and the door frame.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-05-27

Vehicle speed control

1 of 12 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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I was driving to work and was passing a truck in front of me and heard a loud pop. I thought my windshield had been hit by something until I saw that there was no damage, so I kept driving. My car began to overheat so I slowed down.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-19

Also filed under Electrical system

Steering

1 of 12 total reports mentions: steering.

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When I get into my car the steering wheel is locked and I can't get it unlocked unless I turn on and off my caution lights or move the button back and forth on the console that has an a on one end and a m on the other.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-19

Seats

1 of 12 total reports mentions: seats, most commonly citing seat heater/cooler.

FIRE
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After getting out of vehicle and returning 35 minutes later, noticed window was smoky. After opening door, consumer noticed that heated seats melted. Fire department was contacted, and put fire out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-02-06

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1996-01-05Fuel system, gasoline95V238000 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.

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  2. R
    1996-01-05Suspension95V192000 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.

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  3. R
    1997-10-30Suspension97V140000 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace both front springs and lower spring mounts.

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  4. R
    2010-05-28Steering10E021000 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…

    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…

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Buy-smart checklist

1995 BMW 740IL — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 95V238000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 95V192000 · Suspension
  • Recall 97V140000 · Suspension
  • Recall 10E021000 · Steering
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1995 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 1995 BMW 740IL?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 BMW 740IL have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

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