- Worst Model Year:
We don't have a lot of complaints on file for the BMW 735i (although feel free to add yours here) -- probably because it's so old, no one bothers to post complaints anymore.
The 1985 BMW 735i has the most complaints, & the most-reported problem is with the 1992 735i for running hot.
Worst Reported Problems with the 735i
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Latest Owner Complaints About the 735i
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fuel pump failure -- 1985 735i:
This happened about a month or so ago, but it was the fuel pump relay that was causing the car not to start, so I replaced it. Now the fuel pump won't even turn on (in gas tank, ran by toggle switch) which makes me think the fuel pump is messed up somehow (but shouldn't need to be replaced) ... Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 1985 735i owners.
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turns over but won't start -- 1985 735i:
no start/ will crank over normally/has fire on primary side of coil(both posts) but no fire on secondary side (ignition wire). Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 1985 735i owners.
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famous bmw ac "wheel" constantly needs replacing -- 1987 735i:
The very famous and expensive BMW AC "wheel" found on the E23 and some E32 seven series and I believe five series as well does break down (stops working) almost on a yearly basis and has to be replaced. This unit controls the volume of air you get inside the cabin -- when it breaks -- no air ... Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 1987 735i owners.
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running hot -- 1992 735i:
While setting still or driving the car will run hot blowing the heads. Replace with two motors Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 1992 735i owners.