MYRModel Year Report

1999 BMW 740IL

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1999 BMW 740IL
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:49:58.197Z

Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
6

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1999

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

1999: 6 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19939
19943
199512
199611
199719
199826
19996
200020
200126

Known problem areas

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

2 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing cables and 12v/24v/48v battery.

Show complaint excerpts

Battery exploded without warning.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-05-11

The vehicle would not start and it stalled while driving prior to recall. The dealer states the problem was fixed, but the problem reoccurred.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-05-14

Visibility

1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility.

Service brakes

1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Power train

1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 6 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

Show complaint excerpts

Fan clutch bearing seized while driving high RPM; fan blade broke, broke drive belts, hoses, water pump, shroud, radiator, and damaged hood.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-29

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. 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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1999 BMW 740IL — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10E021000 · Steering
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 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 1999 BMW 740IL?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 BMW 740IL have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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