1996 BMW 740IL recalls
There is 1 safety recall on record for the 1996 BMW 740IL, covering 29,000 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
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Suspension: front: springs: coil springs
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 97V140000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1996 BMW 740IL recalls
How do I check if my 1996 BMW 740IL has an open recall?
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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 1996 BMW 740IL have?
1, covering suspension.
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