1990 BMW 735IL recalls & problems

1 recall 1 complaint

1recalls
1owner complaints
1crashes reported
0fires reported
0 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1990 BMW 735IL and 1 owner complaint. The part owners complain about most is vehicle speed control (1 reports). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.

1990 BMW 735IL recalls

Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 96V111000 · Jul 1, 1996

Problem: The brake light switch can fail allowing the switch to remain in the "brake lights off" position or in the "brake lights on" position.

Risk: If this happens, the brake lights either will not operate or will be continuously on, regardless of brake pedal position. Following drivers would not be able to determine whether the vehicle is stopping, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Fix: Dealers will replace the existing brake light switch with a newly designed switch.

180,000 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

1990 BMW 735IL problems by component

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuries
Vehicle Speed Control 1
 100

Latest owner complaints

Vehicle Speed Control · Nov 4, 2002 · PA · crash

Consumer stated when the vehicle was shifted into reverse, it suddenly accelerated backward in which the vehicle struck an electrical box, punctured the gas tank and burst into flames. Mr *jb

Other BMW 735IL years

1990 1991 1992

Frequently asked questions

Does the 1990 BMW 735IL have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 1990 BMW 735IL, the most recent one (96V111000) for exterior lighting. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common problems with the 1990 BMW 735IL?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are vehicle speed control (1).

Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 1990 BMW 735IL?

Owners reported 1 crash, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.