2001 BMW 740IL vs 2001 Dodge Intrepid
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 | 2001 BMW 740IL | 2001 Dodge Intrepid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 26 | 656 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 8 | 62 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 22 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 76,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 740IL | Dodge Intrepid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 520 |
| Steering | 2 | 37 |
| Power Train | 3 | 32 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 16 |
| Equipment | 0 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 8 |
| Seats | 1 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 111 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 48 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 29 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 23 |
| Overheating | 0 | 18 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 13 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
2001 BMW 740IL
2001 Dodge Intrepid
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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.