1997 BMW 740IL vs 1998 BMW 740IL
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 BMW 740IL | 1998 BMW 740IL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 26 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 16 | 11 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 106,935 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 740IL | BMW 740IL |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 7 |
| Suspension | 6 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 6 |
| Steering | 4 | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 1 |
1997 BMW 740IL
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.