2001 BMW 7 Series 740iL
WBAGH83451DP28425
Vehicle history report for the 2001 BMW 7 Series 740iL (VIN WBAGH83451DP28425). Black, sedan/saloon, 4.4L 8-cyl 282 hp, gasoline. 144,563 mi reported. Registered in Ca. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2001 BMW 7 Series.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 BMW 7 Series, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 2
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2001 BMW 7 Series.
POWER TRAIN
I RECENTLY FILED A COMPLAINT WITH NHTSA REGARDING THIS ISSUE WITH MY TRANSMISSION AND SINCE THEN I HAVE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO DO SOME RESEARCH. I AM REQUESTING THAT THE NHTSA DO SOME FURTHER INVESTIGATION OF THEIR OWN REGARDING BMW'S FAILURE TO RESOLVE THE ISSUES WITH THEIR TRANSMISSION. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING LINKS TO SEE THE LIST OF TRANSMISSION PR…
NHTSA ODI #10524645ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
I NEED TO HAVE A NEW ENGINE PUT IN FOR MY 2001 740I BMW DUE TO A CRACKED RADIATOR WHICH LED TO THE DAMAGE OF THE ENGINE BEYOND REPAIR. THE CAR HAS 68,000 MILES ON IT. I WAS FORTUNATE THAT I WAS NOT INJURED AND I DID NOT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT ON THE HIGHWAY. I CONTACTED THE COMPANY EXPLAINING MY SITUATION. BMW REFUSED TO ACKNOWLEGE THAT THERE ARE SOME MAJO…
NHTSA ODI #10124860
