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Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 1997 BMW 740I

NHTSA data on file today

The 1997 BMW 740I has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

Recall campaigns on file

NHTSA #10E021000 REPLACEMENT STEERING CENTER DRAG LINK NHTSA notice
NHTSA #97V140000 BMW/FRONT SPRINGS NHTSA notice
NHTSA #97V131000 BMW/CRUISE CONTROL-THROTTLE CABLE NHTSA notice

Most-cited components in owner complaints

Engine and Engine Cooling 2 complaints
Fuel System, Gasoline 1 complaint

Recall notices and owner complaints for the 1997 BMW 740I

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