Most common 1995 BMW 740i problems
Share of the 9 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
BMW 740i complaints by model year
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1995 BMW 740i recalls (4)
Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Road grit and gravel associated with winter road conditions can penetrate the rubber of the lower front spring mounts and accumulate in the mounts causing notches or pits to develop. These notches can develop cracks resulting in breakage of a bottom coil of the spring.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both front springs and lower spring mounts.
Vehicle speed control
The cruise control and throttle cables are attached to the same throttle valve actuating lever at the throttle housing. It is possible that the plastic bushing on either cable could break due to environmental influences coupled with vibration. If the bushing breaks, the outer cable housing can separate from the bushing.
Remedy: Dealers will install a spring steel clip on the outer tube of each cable in the area of the adjusting screw and plastic bushing. The clip is designed to prevent the outer tube from dislodging from the bushing.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Fuel seepage can occur between a hose and the metal fuel line on either end of the hose resulting in fuel odor.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the two fuel hoses, four metal fuel lines and associated clamps.
Suspension › Rear
The lower suspension arm mounting eye on the right side rear axle hub carrier was produced with a casting flaw.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for a casting flaw in the right side rear axle carrier and if found, replace the carrier.
What 1995 BMW 740i owners say
Fuel & propulsion system
Thumping noises from under rear seat of car while driving. Fuel tank imploding sucking itself inwards then cracking causing fuel to leak on to pavement while driving down the road. Driver not aware of this until parking and smelling fuel while standing near the car. After further research found a service bulletin dated February 1998 on this very issue which never became a recall.
When starting the car I smell strong odor of gas the fuel and MPH meter moves up and down when turn to the left car makes loud rubbing sound and tires keep losing air brake light keep coming on.
Electrical system
I have pruchased a pre owned - certified BMW from tisher auto. The car was purchased 6/23/01. It has been less than 90 days and I am obligated to pay for both rear light assemblies to correct the problem with the right rear brake light . The brake light does not come on and the console indicator confirms this. The dealer say that there is a short in the circuit board that control the function of the brake light assembly. I would appreciate it if you can inform me of any recalls on this particular vehicle. I have had the car less than 90 days and the repair cost is $436 dollars. I am trying to grasp the fact that this is a certified vehicle that I put just over 6400 miles on. Can you help.
When starting the car I smell strong odor of gas the fuel and MPH meter moves up and down when turn to the left car makes loud rubbing sound and tires keep losing air brake light keep coming on.
1995 BMW 740i engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0L 8-cyl | 5-speed automatic | RWD | 15 / 22 / 17 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 BMW 740i a good car?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 740i rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the 740i at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 BMW 740i?
The fuel & propulsion system — 4 complaints, 44% of all complaints for this model year, most often about delivery › hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. Next are the electrical system (3) and engine & cooling (2).
How many recalls does the 1995 BMW 740i have?
There are 4 recalls for the 1995 BMW 740i, the most recent from August 22, 1997 (coil springs). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the BMW 740i?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2020 and 2021. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2016. See the full BMW 740i years comparison.
At what mileage do 1995 BMW 740i problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 98,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.