MYRModel Year Report

2002 BMW 745I

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2002 BMW 745I
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:00:43.120Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 745I Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 2001: 1 complaints 2001 2002: 54 complaints 2002 2003: 32 complaints 2003 2004: 24 complaints 2004 2005: 16 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 1 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008
2002: 54 complaints
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YearComplaints
20011
200254
200332
200424
200516
20060
20071
20080

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

AIR BAGS 17%

17% of complaints: air bags — 9 distinct reports on file.

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AIR BAG LIGHT ON SEAT DRIVER WANT ADJUST PROPER

NHTSA ODI report, 20171212

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 15%

15% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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BRAKES FAILED FOR 2ND TIME IN 2 WEEKS, RESULTING IN FENDER DAMAGE TO 3 VEHICLES; ACCIDENT OCCURED AT 5 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030102

PARKING BRAKE ACTUATOR FAILURE. PLASTIC GEAR BRAKES REOCCURRING PROBLEM. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20120406

POWER TRAIN 15%

15% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
POWER TRAIN 15%

15% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BMW 745I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER PARKING AND EXITING THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY IN REVERSE AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. NO POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130305

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20020628 — fuel system, gasoline

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP RUNS AT A ROTATIONAL SPEED THAT COULD RESULT IN REDUCED LUBRICATION OF ITS INTERNAL COMPONENTS. OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, WEAR-INDUCED INT

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE FUEL PUMP CONTROL SYSTEM. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 28, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIV

Campaign 02V150000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20030708 — engine and engine cooling

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, DUE TO A SOFTWARE ERROR, A DESYNCHRONIZATION OF THE VALVETRONIC MOTORS FOR ENGINE BANKS I AND II MAY OCCUR. IF THIS OCCURS, THE ENGINE COULD STALL.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE DIGITAL ENGINE MANAGEMENT CONTROL UNIT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 8, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.

Campaign 03V240000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20110805 — PE (closed 20120423)

Vehicle Rollaway

I 20120410 — EA (closed 20130124)

Vehicle Rollaway

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 BMW 745I — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 02V150000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V240000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 BMW 745I 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 2002 BMW 745I?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 BMW 745I have?

2 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.