MYRModel Year Report

2004 BMW 745I

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2004 BMW 745I
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:45:34.084Z

Only 24 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 24 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 745I Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 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
2004: 24 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
20011
200254
200332
200424
200516
20060
20071
20080

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 24 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

11 of 24 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).

CRASH INJURY
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2004 BMW 745I. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE RAN THROUGH THE GARAGE DOOR *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS SITTING IN THE DRIVEWAY RUNNING FOR ABOUT 10 MINUTES, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN SHE HEARD A LOUD NOISE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120427

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 BMW 745I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY WHEN THE GEAR SHIFTED OUT OF PARK AND INTO REVERSE. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE GARAGE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120307

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

9 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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BMW 745I 2004 ..ERROR CODE FOR HEADLIGHTS APPEAR ON DASH..I WENT AND REPLACE ALL LIGHT BULBS THEN NOTICED ALL THE WIRING IN THE HEADLIGHT UNIT ARE BRIDLE AND BROKEN DOWN CAUSING SHORTAGES AND ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS...VERY DANGEROUS IF DRIVING CAN...

NHTSA ODI report, 20200723

Also filed under ENGINE and EXTERIOR LIGHTING

ENGINE

6 of 24 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE
SERVICE BRAKES

5 of 24 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 24 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20120410 — EA (closed 20130124)

Vehicle Rollaway

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 BMW 745I — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 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 2004 BMW 745I?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 BMW 745I have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.