Does the 2000 BMW 740i have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, exterior lighting. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2000 BMW 740i recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a BMW dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2000 BMW 740i?

12 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2000 BMW 740i recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2000 BMW 740i. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your BMW been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A BMW dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2000 BMW 740i recalls, newest first

May 27, 2010NHTSA 10E021000150 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Drag › Link › Connection

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary: Fcp groton is recalling certain steering center drag links, p/n 32 21 1 096 057, sold from December 1, 2009 through April 9, 2010 as replacement equipment for model year 1995 through 2001 BMW 740I, 740IL, and 750IL passenger vehicles. The shaft of the steering center tie rod may shear off.
Consequence: This condition would result, without warning, in immediate and complete loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Fcp groton will notify owners and the tie rod will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about June 1, 2010. Owners may contact fcp groton toll-free at 1-877-634-0063.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 17, 2000NHTSA 00V04800017,700 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch

Summary: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The brake lamps in these vehicles are controlled by a switch activated by the movement of the brake pedal. This switch could fail internally, causing it to remain either in the "brake lamps off" position or in the "brake lamps on" position.
Consequence: If this happens, the brake lamps either will not operate or will be continuously illuminated, regardless of brake pedal position.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the existing brake lamp switch with an improved switch.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the 2000 BMW 740i with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Power train › Automatic transmission3
Fuel system2
Seats2
Service brakes2
Air bags › Frontal1

Other BMW 740i years

Other 2000 BMW models

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2000 Honda Civic (18 recalls)
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Questions

Does the 2000 BMW 740i have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, exterior lighting. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2000 BMW 740i recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a BMW dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2000 BMW 740i?: 12 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.