- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- This condition would result, without warning, in immediate and complete loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2001 BMW 740I Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2001 BMW 740I have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in May 2010 for the connection.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical 740I year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2001 BMW 740I recalls 4
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
- The problem
- On certain passenger vehicles, the engine auxiliary/cooling fan operation, including variable speed, is electronically controlled. Failure of the fan motor can cause the electrical circuitry of the fan control unit to overload and fail, causing the fan to stop operating.
- The risk
- If this were to occur, engine overheating and subsequent engine damage could result. In addition, it is possible for the failure of the electrical circuitry to cause a fire in the fan control unit located in the front of the engine compartment.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the fan. Owner notification began september 28, 2001. This is a supplement to a recall that began during september 2001 (see recall campaign 01v206). Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The engine auxiliary/cooling fan operation, including variable speed, is electronically controlled. Failure of the fan motor can cause the electrical circuitry of the fan control unit to overload and fail, causing the fan to stop operating.
- The risk
- If this were to occur, engine overheating and subsequent engine damage could result. In addition, it is possible for the failure of the electrical circuitry to cause a fire in the fan control unit located in the front of the engine compartment.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the fan. Owner notification began september 28, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
- The problem
- 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. The damaged area could weaken to the point where a sudden loss of air from the tire could occur.
- The risk
- Handling and control would be drastically affected increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
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BMW 740I: every year compared
All 740I years2001 BMW 740I vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 BMW 740I | 0 | 4 | D | |
| 2001 BMW 325I | 150 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2001 BMW 325CI | 49 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2001 BMW 3 Series | 36 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2001 BMW 325 | 31 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2001 BMW 325XI | 14 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2001 BMW 320 | 10 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2001 BMW 325IX | 7 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2001 BMW 318 | 6 | 0 | C | Compare |
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Questions about the 2001 BMW 740I
Does the 2001 BMW 740I have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2001 BMW 740I: connection (May 2010); fan (May 2002); fan (June 2001); sidewall (January 2001). 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 2001 BMW 740I had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2001 BMW 740I a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical BMW 740I 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.
What should I do if my 2001 BMW 740I 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