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2001 BMW 740IL recalls and problems

1 recall and 26 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 BMW 740IL.

1
recalls
26
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2001 BMW 740IL recalls

Tires: sidewall

NHTSA campaign 01V001000 · reported January 4, 2001 · BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE · 3,167 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 18-inch tires. (18-inch tires are standard equipment on the m5 and optional equipment on the 7-series models). The machine used to mount and inflate the tires on the wheels at the assembly plant may have damaged the sidewall of one or more tires. The damaged area could weaken to the point where a sudden loss of air from the tire could occur.
The risk
Handling and control would be drastically affected increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the tires and if damage from the mounting machine is found, the tire will be replaced. Owner notification began march 10, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 21, 2019 · Service brakes · 142,325 miles

"TAKATA RECALL" MY CAR BRAKE LIGHTS JUST STARTED TO STAY ELIMINATED WHEN I AM DRIVING. THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO ADJUSTS ON ITS ON UP AND DOWN WHILE DRIVING. THE IS WHEN THE VECHILE IS IN MOTION ON ANY HIGHWAY

Sep 9, 2018 · Air bags · 71,000 miles

I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT THAT THE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULES IN THE BMW 7 SERIES FROM MODEL YEAR 1995 TO 2001 HAVE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULES THAT ARE FAILING AT A VERY HIGH RATE, LEAVING OWNERS WITHOUT AIRBAGS AND THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON. THE NEW MODULE FROM BMW IS $1400. THIS IS HAPPENING MORE FREQUENTLY TO CARS IN COLD…

Jun 24, 2017 · Electrical system

LCD PIXEL FAILURE DASHBOARD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING INDICATORS UNABLE TO SEE SAFETY AND ENGINE WARNINGS

Sep 30, 2016 · Vehicle speed control · 101,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 BMW 740IL. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,000. .. UPDATED 12/2216

Jun 24, 2016 · Fuel/propulsion system

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 BMW 740IL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A STRONG FUEL ODOR ENTERED THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

740IL model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2000 12001
2001 12611

Across all years, the 2001 740IL has the most complaints (26). All BMW 740IL years →

Questions

Does the 2001 BMW 740IL have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 BMW 740IL, the most recent reported on January 4, 2001 (Tires: sidewall). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 BMW 740IL?
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (5 complaints), followed by electrical system (5).
How many 2001 BMW 740IL complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 26 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 21, 2019.