The transmission (zf 5hp30) valve body design is flawed. The result is failure of the transmission to engage gears, usually reverse. It also causes premature wear on internal transmission components.
The worst 1994 BMW 740ILA problems
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- Transmission1
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- Transmission1
Recalls 1
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A malfunction or failure of a coolant system component, such as a thermostat, water pump, or fan belt, can result in significantly increased coolant temperature and system pressure. If the indications of a critical overheating condition is not noticed by the driver, it is possible that damage to, or failure of, a coolant system component could occur.
- Risk
- If a crack were to form or a seam were to separate in the heater core end piece, hot coolant could suddenly be expelled, increasing the risk of personal injury to a vehicle occupant.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new design radiator cap to control pressure and provide greater coolant overflow in the event of overheating.
Recall number 98V178000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1994 BMW 740ILA 1
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What 1994 BMW 740ILA owners say
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Questions about the 1994 BMW 740ILA
Is the 1994 BMW 740ILA reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1994 BMW 740ILA, close to a typical 740ILA model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1994 BMW 740ILA?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1994 BMW 740ILA have?
1 recall, covering engine and engine cooling.
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