- The problem
- Incorrect machining of the seating surface of the wheels where it contacts the hub of the car may prevent the wheels from mounting securely to the hub. This may cause the wheel to break and could fall off. Consequence of defect: the wheels could loosen and a crash could occur. Owners should not drive their cars until repair work has been done.
- The fix
- Scrape the center bore of the rim so it can clear the center of the hub.
Vehicle safety record
1985 BMW 735 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1985 BMW 735 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 1985 for the hubcap / cover.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical 735 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1985 BMW 735 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 1985 BMW 735 yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
BMW 735: every year compared
All 735 years1985 BMW 735 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 BMW 735 | 0 | 1 | B | |
| 1985 BMW 318I | 7 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1985 BMW 325E | 3 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1985 BMW 318 | 2 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1985 BMW 635 | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1985 BMW 535 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1985 BMW 325 | 1 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 1985 BMW 525 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1985 BMW 323I | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1985 BMW 735
Does the 1985 BMW 735 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1985 BMW 735: hubcap / cover (May 1985). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1985 BMW 735 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1985 BMW 735 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 61 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical BMW 735 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which BMW 735 years have the most complaints?
1988 (8), 1986 (1). See every BMW 735 year compared.
What should I do if my 1985 BMW 735 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data