1995-2001 BMW 7-Series: Recall History
Updated: 11/23/08
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Learn about official auto recalls, reliability issues, and vehicle problems for the 1995-2001 BMW 7-Series directly from the NHTSA and manufacturers.
NHTSA Recall History
1995:
Lower suspension-arm mounting eye on right rear axle-hub carrier has casting flaw and could crack and break, causing loss of control.
1995:
Malfunction or failure of coolant system component can result in significantly increased coolant temperature and system pressure.
1995-97 740i:
Plastic bushing for cruise control and throttle cables could break, causing throttle valve to remain partially open; car then might not decelerate as expected.
1995-97:
Road grit and gravel on winter roads can damage lower front spring mounts; breakage of spring's bottom coil could affect ride height and dynamic stability, and also cause noise.
1998:
Differential pinion shaft was produced without appropriate surface hardening, which can result in premature wear; would cause noise from differential and, ultimately, failure of the shaft and loss of power to rear wheels.
1999 740i:
Thickness of main positive electrical cable is less than specified, making it susceptible to abrasion by attaching clip; short circuit could then occur.
1999 740i w/automatic transmission:
Premature wear of ring gear can occur in some cars, leading to loss of 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and reverse gears.
2000:
Brake-lamp switch could fail internally, remaining either in "off" or "on" position.
2001 w/18-inch wheels:
Tire sidewalls may have been damaged at the manufacturer. The damaged area could weaken to the point where a sudden loss of air from the tire could occur.
2001:
Failure of the engine auxiliary/cooling fan motor can cause the electrical circuitry of the fan control unit to overload and fail, causing the fan to stop operating.
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