NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2001 BMW 740i; the most frequently affected component is engine and engine cooling — fan. Owners filed 15 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 11 model years of this model in the database, 2001 ranks #1 for number of recalls.
Steering — ConnectionCampaign 10E021000 · 27 May 2010
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.
Risk: This condition would result, without warning, in immediate and complete loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: 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.
Engine and engine cooling — FanCampaign 02V138000 · 16 May 2002
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.
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.
Remedy: 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.
Engine and engine cooling — FanCampaign 01V206000 · 21 Jun 2001
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.
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.
Remedy: 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.
Tires — SidewallCampaign 01V001000 · 04 Jan 2001
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.
Risk: Handling and control would be drastically affected increasing the risk of a crash.
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. 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.
What owners complain about
Share of the 15 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Electrical system3 · 20%
Suspension3 · 20%
Engine3 · 20%
Air bags3 · 20%
Engine and engine cooling2 · 13%
Steering2 · 13%
Power train1 · 7%
Visibility/wiper1 · 7%
When complaints were filed
20011
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20161
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From owner complaints
Burned harness connector to thermostat. Fortunately the burned wires were only about 3 inches past the connector. *tr
Dt: the contact stated there was a problem with the front suspension. A loud rattling noise was coming from the suspension area. A mechanic replaced the front control arms and sway bar links. A month later a similar noise was coming from the suspension. The mechanic determined the center tie rod assembly, tie rod…
2001 bmw 740i - the transmission without any warning just stopped going in reverse. After research i find out this is an issue rampant among bmw's and owners with this transmission. Please help - it seems as if bmw is aware but refuses to address this issue. They have even developed a ring fix to replace production…
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 bmw 740i. While pulling into a fuel station, the vehicle began to overheat. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fan control unit failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 01v206000 (engine and engine cooling);…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.