Table 1 shows five common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1998 BMW 740. The number one most common problem is related to the radiator (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine cooling system (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Radiator problems | |
| Engine Cooling System problems | |
| Gasoline Engine problems | |
| Car Stall problems | |
| Engine Shut Off Without Warning problems |
I was driving my BMW 740il on 2-17-2015 when after getting onto the highway and accelerating, there was a loud boom noise and black pieces shot out onto the road in front of me. I immediately got off the first exit only to find that 1. ) the car wouldn't stop after I applied the brakes, and 2. Read details...
Low coolant message came on while driving. Within a few miles, radiator cap overpresured and steam burst out while on the highway. Pulled over and was towed to the dealer. Replaced coolant hoses. 4 months later, low coolant message came on again while traveling; stopped at a service station to Read details...
Engine dies intermittently without warning, causing a safety hazard. Dealerindicated tha t computer showed no defect, and could not explain the cause of the problem. Read details...