While driving in the neighborhood headlights come on and off intermittently. When switched to high beams, if the headlights are off, then they won't come on.
The worst 1991 BMW 735IL problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Lights1
Problems by type
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- Lights1
Recalls 2
Air bags: frontal
- What is wrong
- The air bag contact ring locking tab located in the steering wheel assembly can break without warning.
- Risk
- If this happens, the contact ring wiring could eventually break. The air bag readiness indicator lamp (SRS or airbag) in the instrument cluster will illuminate, and the air bag would not deploy in the event of a frontal impact vehicle collision.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the locking tab with one of a different design.
Recall number 96V110000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch
- What is wrong
- The brake light switch can fail allowing the switch to remain in the "brake lights off" position or in the "brake lights on" position.
- Risk
- If this happens, the brake lights either will not operate or will be continuously on, regardless of brake pedal position. Following drivers would not be able to determine whether the vehicle is stopping, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the existing brake light switch with a newly designed switch.
Recall number 96V111000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1991 BMW 735IL 1
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What 1991 BMW 735IL owners say
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Questions about the 1991 BMW 735IL
Is the 1991 BMW 735IL reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1991 BMW 735IL, close to a typical 735IL model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 BMW 735IL?
Lights, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1991 BMW 735IL have?
2 recalls, covering air bags and exterior lighting.
Was there a recall on the 1991 BMW 735IL lights?
Yes, 1 recall: 96V111000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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