1999 BMW 7 Series Sedan - Reliability

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740i Sedan (4.4L V8 5-speed Automatic)

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Reliability Rating for 1999 BMW 7 Series Sedan by Identifix

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Minimal Problems

Moderate Problems

Significant Problems

	Rating	Comments
Engine		A general problem with this vehicle is the failure of the Intake Air System. Problems due to leaks in the system can result in a poor running engine, and may cause the Malfunction Indicator Lamp to illuminate. Another problem on this vehicle is failure of the Electronically Heated Thermostat. The failures of the Intake Air System are not specific to any one part, so the $ cost of repairs will vary. The cost to repair the Electronically Heated Thermostat is estimated at $74.00 for parts and $130.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
Steering & Suspension
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
Accessories		An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Wiper Relay. Problems with the Wiper Relay may result in the Windshield Wipers not working. The cost to repair the Wiper Relay is estimated at $34 for the parts and $26 for labor.
Overall		4 out of 5

Reliability Ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overviewed bellow.

Reliability History for BMW 7 Series Sedan by Identifix

	1997	1998	1999	2000	2001
Engine
Transmission & Driveline
Steering & Suspension
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
Accessories
Overall

Reliability Ratings by Identifix is based from repair shop-reported issues. Though this data may be for years prior to model you are researching, it exposes how reliable this model platform has been historically.

1999 BMW 7 Series Sedan - Reliability

Reliability Rating for 1999 BMW 7 Series Sedan by Identifix

Reliability History for BMW 7 Series Sedan by Identifix

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