MYRModel Year Report

2002 BMW 745LI

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2002 BMW 745LI
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:57:15.837Z

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
36
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2002

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

28% of complaints

Complaints per year

2002: 36 complaints 2002 36 2003: 50 complaints 2003 2004: 33 complaints 2004 2005: 25 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008
2002: 36 complaints 2002 36 2003: 50 complaints 2003 2004: 33 complaints 2004 2005: 25 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008
2002: 36 complaints 2002 36 2003: 50 complaints 2003 2004: 33 complaints 2004 2005: 25 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008

2002: 36 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200236
200350
200433
200525
20060
20070
20080

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

28% · 10 reports
CRASH
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Car stalled and all the lights are flashing on the dash... Will not start back up... Almost had a serious wreck at 75MPH car just went off...had no steering and barley made it to the side of the road...

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-26

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and engine

Air bags

28% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing on-off switch assembly.

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The airbag and seatbelt tensioner was recalled for same manufacturer for cars from 2004 and up. The 2002 and 2003 model had the same issue but was not part of the recall.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-11-23

Airbag and seatbelt restraint fault light is on.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-11-19

Power train

22% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

CRASH
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I just came across NHTSA action number : PE11025 and wanted to make you aware of the following: I parked my car in front of my daughter's day care center (The goddard school, suwanee) on the Monday before easter in 2010 (March 29, 2010).

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-10-12

Also filed under Parking brake

Fuel system, gasoline

14% · 5 reports
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Tl* the contact owns a 2002 BMW 745 li. The contact stated that the fuel level indicator displayed that the fuel tank was one quarter tank full however, there was no gasoline in the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-07

Engine and engine cooling

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing engine.

CRASH
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While driving, the vehicle stalled and lost complete power.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-28

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    2002-06-28Fuel system, gasoline02V150000 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…

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    2003-07-08Engine and engine cooling03V240000 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.

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  3. I
    2011-08-05Preliminary evaluationClosed 2012-04-23 Vehicle Rollaway
  4. I
    2012-04-10Engineering analysisClosed 2013-01-24 Vehicle Rollaway

Buy-smart checklist

2002 BMW 745LI — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 02V150000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 03V240000 · Engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 BMW 745LI 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 745LI?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 BMW 745LI have?
2 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.