1999 BMW 740IL
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1999 BMW 740IL. Newest first.
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, 740il, and 750il passenger vehicles. the shaft of the steering center tie rod may shear off.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition would result, without warning, in immediate and complete loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
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 1-877-634-0063.
Owner complaints
6 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Premature wear of the ring gear lead to my reverse not working in my transmission. I had my transmission replaced at aamco transmissions. *tr
- Visibility
The double glazing glass on my 1999 BMW 740il started delaminating and has steadily gotten worse, I know of many BMW owners who complain of this defect and bmwna IS acting like there IS not any problem. I went into my local BMW dealer and they say every car that they see with double glazing IS delaminating! I think this IS a serious defect that can impair a drivers view while driving as well. *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Several months ago the ABS light came on during a hard stop. The light comes on and off at will now. ABS controller has failed according to dealership. No ABS brake control or traction control. dealership computer first said it was the right front wheel sensor. Replaced that and the same light…
Several months ago the ABS light came on during a hard stop. The light comes on and off at will now. ABS controller has failed according to dealership. No ABS brake control or traction control. dealership computer first said it was the right front wheel sensor. Replaced that and the same light was on again. Brought it back and then they say it IS the ABS controller. They want $850.00 for the controller. This IS a safety issue and should be under warranty. *Jb
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery
Battery exploded without warning. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling
Fan clutch bearing seized while driving high rpm; fan blade broke, broke drive belts, hoses, water pump, shroud, radiator, and damaged hood. *nlm
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
The vehicle would not start and it stalled while driving prior to recall. The dealer states the problem was fixed, but the problem reoccurred. *Yh
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10249437The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- 10152674Radio / Navigation / Head Unit Identification Guide
- 10142928SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM DME (FOR O2 SENSORS): Due to DME software error, the following oxygen sensors plausibility fault codes may be stored in DME 5.2.1 control module:
- 10135028SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM DME: The incorrect dataset could be programmed into DME 5.2.1 control module.
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