BMW 740il Recalls

The BMW 740il has been recalled 5 times across the 1995–1997, 2000–2001 model years. The most recent recall, from January 4, 2001, covers the sidewall. Recall repairs are free at any authorized BMW dealer.

5recalls
0do not drive / park outside
5model years affected

What gets recalled

  • Suspension
    240%
  • Wheels & tires
    120%
  • Lights
    120%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    120%

2001 BMW 740il recalls (1)

Tires › Sidewall

NHTSA recall 01V-001 · Jan 4, 2001 · 3,167 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

2000 BMW 740il recalls (1)

Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch

NHTSA recall 00V-048 · Feb 17, 2000 · 17,700 vehicles

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The brake lamps in these vehicles are controlled by a switch activated by the movement of the brake pedal. This switch could fail internally, causing it to remain either in the "brake lamps off" position or in the "brake lamps on" position.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the existing brake lamp switch with an improved switch.

1997 BMW 740il recalls (1)

Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs

NHTSA recall 97V-140 · Aug 22, 1997 · 29,000 vehicles

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.

1996 BMW 740il recalls (1)

Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs

NHTSA recall 97V-140 · Aug 22, 1997 · 29,000 vehicles

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.

1995 BMW 740il recalls (3)

Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs

NHTSA recall 97V-140 · Aug 22, 1997 · 29,000 vehicles

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.

Suspension › Rear

NHTSA recall 95V-192 · Oct 11, 1995 · 3,000 vehicles

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.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the BMW 740il have?

NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the BMW 740il across 5 model years.

How do I know if my BMW 740il has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN decoder & recall check or on nhtsa.gov/recalls. Dealers fix recalls for free, even if you are not the original owner.

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.