Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A malfunction or failure of a coolant system component, such as a thermostat, water pump, or fan belt, can result in significantly increased coolant temperature and system pressure. If the indications of a critical...
1988-1995 · 8 model years
BMW 735I Problems by year
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the BMW 735I across 8 model years, and it has 3 recalls. The 1988 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (11). The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling, followed by the lights.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 2
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
735I complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common 735I problems
BMW 735I recalls 3
The brake light switch can fail allowing the switch to remain in the "brake lights off" position or in the "brake lights on" position.
The air bag contact ring locking tab located in the steering wheel assembly can break without warning.
Latest 735I complaints
Tl*the contact owns a 1988 bmw 735i. When the heater was activated, the contact smelled antifreeze from the vents. The odor was very strong and forced him to drive with the windows open. Inside the passenger compartment is a film build-up of antifreeze on the front glass. The vehicle has not been taken to the dealer and no repairs have been made. The manufacturer stated that there were no recalls on the vehicle; therefore, no compensation would be made. The failure mileage was 165,000 and current mileage was 172,000.
Consumer received a recall letter for radiator cap. Took to dealer, and they told consumer that radiator needed to be replaced.*Ak
Recall 98v178000/ radiator recall repairs performed in june 1999, but vehicle overheated again. *Ak
Consumers vehicle recalled under recall (98v-178) for cooling system, dealer refused repair because the radiator was melted down due to the defect. Nlm
Mustard colored relay (tail light assembly) 61 31 1 378 052 solder points failed (same as previously reported lkm mosule)
Driver and passenger seats were tilting and required replacement. Mjs
Questions about the BMW 735I
Which BMW 735I years have the most problems?
By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 1988 (11). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 1988 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.
Which BMW 735I years have the fewest complaints?
What are the most common BMW 735I problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the engine & cooling (5), lights (2), acceleration & cruise control (2) most often.
How many recalls does the BMW 735I have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls across all BMW 735I model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data