1995 Bmw 740i problems

General information about Bmw-740i
Overview of popular issues
Analysis of common problems
Сomplaints list
Recalls list

The BMW 7 Series is a full-size luxury sedan manufactured and marketed by the German automaker BMW since 1977. It is the successor to the BMW E3 "New Six" sedan and is now in its seventh generation.

The 7 Series is BMW's flagship car and is only available in a sedan bodystyle (including long wheelbase and limousine models). It traditionally introduces technologies and exterior design themes before other models in BMW's lineup.

The first generation of the 7 Series was powered by straight-6 petrol engines, and following generations have been powered by inline-4, straight-6, V8 and V12 engines with both natural aspiration and turbocharging. Since 1995, diesel engines have been optional in the 7 Series.

Unlike the 3 Series and 5 Series sedans, BMW does not offer a full M model, but once offered an M performance variant, the BMW M760 with its 6.6L V12 (at the time the most powerful BMW ever made, not to be confused with BMW 760 6.6 V12 which does not offer the same performance). The Alpina B7 (G12) served as the high-performance variant of the 7 Series.

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Common 1995 Bmw 740i problems

The BMW 740i 1995 is a luxury vehicle that has been praised for its smooth ride, high-tech features, and opulent interior. However, like any car, it has its share of common problems that owners have reported. Here are some of them in detail:

Cooling System Leaks: One of the most common problems with the BMW 740i 1995 is leaks in the cooling system. This issue can be caused by multiple parts, such as the water pump, thermostat, radiator, or hoses. When these parts wear out or fail, they can cause coolant to leak, which can lead to overheating and engine damage. To address this problem, car owners may need to replace the faulty parts, which can be costly.

Gearbox Issues: Another common problem with the BMW 740i 1995 is gearbox issues. Some owners have reported experiencing shimmy or wobbly handling, which can be caused by worn-out or damaged gearbox components . This issue can be challenging to diagnose and repair, and it can be expensive, especially if the entire gearbox needs to be replaced.
Air Mass Flow Sensor Faults: The BMW 740i 1995 is equipped with mass airflow sensors that can throw up engine faults if they fail. While these sensors are generally considered reliable, they can cause issues if they fail, leading to engine performance problems and reduced fuel efficiency. To address this problem, car owners may need to replace the faulty sensors, which can be costly.
Rear Main Seal Leaks: Some BMW 740i 1995 owners have reported leaks from the rear main seal, which can cause oil and coolant to mix in the valley of the V . This issue can be caused by wear and tear or damage to the seal, and it can be challenging to diagnose and repair. To address this problem, car owners may need to replace the faulty seal, which can be costly.
Nikasil Liner Issues: The BMW 740i 1995 was equipped with Nikasil liners, which caused some issues with areas featuring high sulphur fuel . This problem was more prevalent in certain regions, and it can lead to engine damage if not addressed promptly.

In summary, the BMW 740i 1995 is a luxury vehicle that has been praised for its smooth ride, high-tech features, and opulent interior. However, like any car, it has its share of common problems that owners have reported. These include cooling system leaks, gearbox issues, air mass flow sensor faults, rear main seal leaks, and Nikasil liner issues. To address these problems, car owners may need to replace the faulty parts, which can be costly. Regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent these issues and ensure the longevity of the vehicle.

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What is the mpg on a 1995 740i?

Based on data from 8 vehicles, 517 fuel-ups and 152,310 miles of driving, the 1995 BMW 740i gets a combined Avg MPG of 17.78 with a 0.31 MPG margin of error. Below you can see a distribution of the fuel-ups with 28 outliers (5.14%) removed.

What is the top speed of a 1995 BMW 740iL?

Mine is governed at 135, if memory serves correctly. The facelift US cars (1999-2001) should be electronically governed at 138mph. The pre-facelift US cars (1995-1998) should be electronically governed at 150mph.

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What is the mpg on a 1995 740i?

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What engine does the 740i have?

The 740i has a 3.0-litre turbocharged in-line six-cylinder petrol engine that makes 280kW/520Nm, driving the rear wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission, with a 48-volt starter/motor mild-hybrid system.

1995 Bmw 740i car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Bmw 740i problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

Fuel system problems
Gasoline problems
Electrical system problems
Engine and engine cooling problems
Suspension problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1995 Bmw 740i vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1995 Bmw 740i complaints

The NHTSA has received 10 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1995 Bmw 740i.

2014-02-27

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2013-09-15
VIN: WBAGF6326SD
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Summary: THUMPING NOISES FROM UNDER REAR SEAT OF CAR WHILE DRIVING. FUEL TANK IMPLODING SUCKING ITSELF INWARDS THEN CRACKING CAUSING FUEL TO LEAK ON TO PAVEMENT WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. DRIVER NOT AWARE OF THIS UNTIL PARKING AND SMELLING FUEL WHILE STANDING NEAR THE CAR. AFTER FURTHER RESEARCH FOUND A SERVICE BULLETIN DATED FEBRUARY 1998 ON THIS VERY ISSUE WHICH NEVER BECAME A RECALL.

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2012-09-11

SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2012-05-01
VIN: WBAGF6320SD
Components: SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Summary: WHEN STARTING THE CAR I SMELL STRONG ODOR OF GAS THE FUEL AND MPH METER MOVES UP AND DOWN WHEN TURN TO THE LEFT CAR MAKES LOUD RUBBING SOUND AND TIRES KEEP LOSING AIR BRAKE LIGHT KEEP COMING ON. *TR

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2003-02-28

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2003-02-12
VIN: WBAGF6326SD
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: WHILE TRAVELING ON A HIGHWAY, THE ENGINE OF MY 1995 BMW 740I FAILED DUE TO ONE OF THE OIL PUMP BOLTS FALLING OUT AND INTO THE ENGINE. THERE IS NO SAFETY DEVICE ON THESE BOLTS TO PREVENT THEM FROM JUST SLIPPING OUT AND CAUSING THE ENGINE TO FAIL. THIS INCIDENT, IF OCCURING IN A BUSY STREET OR FREEWAY COULD ENDANGER OTHER MOTORIST AS WELL AS THE OCCUPANTS OF THE DISABLED VEHICLE. AFTER RESEARCHING THIS TYPE OF INCIDENT, I HAVE FOUND THAT THIS HAS BECOME A COMMON PROBLEM WITH BMW'S AND THAT BMW IS AWARE OF THIS YET THEY REFUSE TO ADDRESS THIS PROBLEM. *JB

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2002-12-03

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2002-01-02
VIN: WBAGF6328SD
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Summary: I HAD TO REPLACE ALL THE ITEMS MENTIONED, HOWEVER I DON'T HAVE THE CAR ANYMORE IT WAS REOPENED ON DEC. 3, 2002 AND I'M TRYING TO FIGHT THE FINANCE CO. WFS. DT

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2002-08-29

SUSPENSION PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2002-08-15
VIN: WBAGF6321SD
Components: SUSPENSION
Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITH NO WARNING IF CONSUMER HITS A BUMP IN THE ROAD FRONT SUSPENSION WILL MAKE A CLUNKING LOUD NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AKJLG

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2002-02-12

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2002-02-08
VIN: WBAGF6329SD
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 65MPH ON HIGHWAY, AND WHILE DRIVING HE STARTED SMELLING SMOKE. SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE CEILING AND DASHBOARD.*AK

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2001-10-18

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2001-09-06
VIN: WBAGF6326SD
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: I HAVE PRUCHASED A PRE OWNED - CERTIFIED BMW FROM TISHER AUTO. THE CAR WAS PURCHASED 6/23/01. IT HAS BEEN LESS THAN 90 DAYS AND I AM OBLIGATED TO PAY FOR BOTH REAR LIGHT ASSEMBLIES TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM WITH THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE LIGHT . THE BRAKE LIGHT DOES NOT COME ON AND THE CONSOLE INDICATOR CONFIRMS THIS. THE DEALER SAY THAT THERE IS A SHORT IN THE CIRCUIT BOARD THAT CONTROL THE FUNCTION OF THE BRAKE LIGHT ASSEMBLY. I WOULD APPRECIATE IT IF YOU CAN INFORM ME OF ANY RECALLS ON THIS PARTICULAR VEHICLE. I HAVE HAD THE CAR LESS THAN 90 DAYS AND THE REPAIR COST IS $436 DOLLARS. I AM TRYING TO GRASP THE FACT THAT THIS IS A CERTIFIED VEHICLE THAT I PUT JUST OVER 6400 MILES ON. CAN YOU HELP. *AK

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2001-04-13

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
VIN: WBAGF6322SD
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Summary: FUEL IS LEAKING AT POINT WHERE HOSE MEETS METAL FUEL LINE, CAUSING FIRE HAZARD. DEFECT IS SAME AS MENTIONED IN RECALL 95V238000. BUT, THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED DUE TO VIN. *AK

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2000-11-15

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2000-09-15
VIN: WBAGF63225D
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING OVER WATER AND THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED HYDROLOCK DUE TO WATER ENTERING THE ENGINE. *SLC

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2000-11-15

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2000-09-15
VIN: WBAGF63225D
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING OVER WATER AND THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED HYDROLOCK DUE TO WATER ENTERING THE ENGINE. *SLC

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1995 Bmw 740i recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 1995 Bmw 740i.

2010-05-27

Manufacturer: FCP GROTON, LLC
Components: STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.

1997-08-22

Manufacturer: BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Summary: 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.
Consequence: THE VEHICLE'S RIDE HEIGHT COULD BE AFFECTED CAUSING NOISE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE'S DYNAMIC STABILITY CAN BE AFFECTED REDUCING THE DRIVER'S ABILITY TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH FRONT SPRINGS AND LOWER SPRING MOUNTS.

1997-08-19

Manufacturer: BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Summary: THE CRUISE CONTROL AND THROTTLE CABLES ARE ATTACHED TO THE SAME THROTTLE VALVE ACTUATING LEVER AT THE THROTTLE HOUSING. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE PLASTIC BUSHING ON EITHER CABLE COULD BREAK DUE TO ENVIRONMENTAL INFLUENCES COUPLED WITH VIBRATION. IF THE BUSHING BREAKS, THE OUTER CABLE HOUSING CAN SEPARATE FROM THE BUSHING. IN THIS CASE, DURING APPLICATION OF THE THROTTLE PEDAL WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL BEING ENGAGED, THE OUTER TUBE COULD CATCH ON THE EDGE OF THE BROKEN BUSHING.
Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE THE THROTTLE VALVE TO REMAIN PARTIALLY OPEN. IT HIS WERE TO OCCUR, THE CAR MIGHT NOT DECELERATE AS EXPECTED INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SPRING STEEL CLIP ON THE OUTER TUBE OF EACH CABLE IN THE AREA OF THE ADJUSTING SCREW AND PLASTIC BUSHING. THE CLIP IS DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE OUTER TUBE FROM DISLODGING FROM THE BUSHING.

1995-12-11

Manufacturer: BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Summary: FUEL SEEPAGE CAN OCCUR BETWEEN A HOSE AND THE METAL FUEL LINE ON EITHER END OF THE HOSE RESULTING IN FUEL ODOR.
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TWO FUEL HOSES, FOUR METAL FUEL LINES AND ASSOCIATED CLAMPS.

1995-10-11

Manufacturer: BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
Summary: THE LOWER SUSPENSION ARM MOUNTING EYE ON THE RIGHT SIDE REAR AXLE HUB CARRIER WAS PRODUCED WITH A CASTING FLAW.
Consequence: IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE RIGHT SIDE REAR AXLE CARRIER EYE COULD CRACK AND BREAK WHILE DRIVING CAUSING A LOSS OF CONTROL AND INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES FOR A CASTING FLAW IN THE RIGHT SIDE REAR AXLE CARRIER AND IF FOUND, REPLACE THE CARRIER.

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