Premature wear of the ring gear lead to my reverse not working in my transmission. I had my transmission replaced at aamco transmissions.
The worst 1999 BMW 740IL problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical2
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Transmission1
- Visibility1
Problems by type
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- Electrical2
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Transmission1
- Visibility1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1999 BMW 740IL 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
1999 BMW 740IL fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4L 8‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 22 | 18 |
What 1999 BMW 740IL owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The double glazing glass on my 1999 bmw 740il started delaminating and has steadily gotten worse, I know of many bmw owners who complain of this defect and bmwna is acting like there is not any problem. I went into my local bmw dealer and they say every car that they see with double glazing is delaminating! I think this is a serious defect that can impair a drivers view while driving as well.
Several months ago the ABS light came on during a hard stop. The light comes on and off at will now. Abs controller has failed according to dealership. No ABS brake control or traction control. Dealership computer first said it was the right front wheel sensor. Replaced that and the same light was on again. Brought it back and then they say it is the ABS controller. They want $850.00 for the controller. This is a safety issue and should be under warranty.
Battery exploded without warning.
Fan clutch bearing seized while driving high RPM; fan blade broke, broke drive belts, hoses, water pump, shroud, radiator, and damaged hood.
The vehicle would not start and it stalled while driving prior to recall. The dealer states the problem was fixed, but the problem reoccurred.
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Questions about the 1999 BMW 740IL
Is the 1999 BMW 740IL reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 1999 BMW 740IL, fewer than a typical 740IL model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 BMW 740IL?
Electrical system, with 2 complaints. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 1999 BMW 740IL have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 1999 BMW 740IL get?
Official estimates for the 1999 BMW 740IL range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.4L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 15 city and 22 highway.
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