Service Brakes Problems of BMW 740

BMW 740 owners have reported 19 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (12 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake light on (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Service Brakes related problems of BMW 740


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of BMW 740

The Service Brakes problem

Car seems to be having issues with its brake function, especially in traffic or when coming to a complete stop from a distance. Also I am in fear that the issue will emerge while I am driving and I will not use the car with my 10 month old daughter.   Read details...

The Brake Light On problem

"takata recall" my car brake lights just started to stay eliminated when I am driving. The steering wheel also adjusts on its on up and down while driving. The is when the vechile is in motion on any highway   Read details...

The Brake Abs Warning Light problem

I am writing regarding my 2000 BMW 740il. For the past few months the anti-lock brake system (abs), dynamic stability control (dsc), and brake lights illuminate at random intervals. This indicates that the dynamic stability and anti-lock brake systems are no longer working.   Read details...

The Abs Brake Fail problem

Several months ago the abs light came on during a hard stop. The light comes on and off at will now. Abs controller has failed according to dealership. No abs brake control or traction control. Dealership computer first said it was the right front wheel sensor.   Read details...

The Brake Warning Switch problem

Brake warning light switch failed, allowing the switch to remain in the brake light off position or in the brake light on position. Also, when turning vehicle off, the warning brake light comes on.   Read details...




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