1992 BMW 735I Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 16 mpgcombined, 3.4L 6-cyl RWD · 14 city / 20 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1992 BMW 735I (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 1992 BMW 735I. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by electrical system (1) and latches, locks and linkages (1). Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine cooling3 50%
- Electrical system1 17%
- Seats1 17%
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “I ended up to replace every component in the cooling sistem of a total cost aprox. $ 2500 and later on I found here on the net that the 735I's have a recall on their cooling sistem. After all the replacements in the engine cooling sistem , months after, I received a note from the Bmw dealership about the radiator cap. To late. I allready lost more than 2500usd in repairs. My question is: can I get a refund from the Bmw manufacturer for all the loses ? I have all the receipts from my mechanic.thank you.”
NHTSA complaint #746946, filed 2001-06Latches, locks and linkages: “While driving at state speed there was a noise coming from right hand side of vehicle and without warning front right door and rear right door opened.”
NHTSA complaint #8006067, filed 2002-03Seats: “The drivers side power seat recline cable slips out of its motor allowing the seat back to sudderly fall back untill it rests on the rear seat. This is dangerous while driving and can cause the driver to loose control of the car. I reported this failure to the dealer and the service manager told me that replacing the cable will not fix the problem. Their mechanics insert a piece of welding rod into or onto the cable housing to solve the problem. But they declined to perform this fix for me when I asked if there was a recall for this problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #701762, filed 1998-12Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1992 BMW 735I version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 735i RWD | 3.4L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,200 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 98V178000Aug 4, 1998Engine and engine cooling › Cooling systemCovers: BMW 735I 1988–1995, 735ILA 1988–1995, 740ILA 1988–1995 +28 more
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A malfunction or failure of a coolant system component, such as a thermostat, water pump, or fan belt, can result in significantly increased coolant temperature and system pressure. If the indications of a critical…
- 96V110000Jul 1, 1996Air bags › FrontalCovers: BMW 735I 1991–1992, 525I 1991–1992, 850I 1991–1992 +9 more
The air bag contact ring locking tab located in the steering wheel assembly can break without warning.
- 96V111000Jul 1, 1996Exterior lighting › Brake lights › SwitchCovers: BMW 735I 1990–1992, 525I 1990–1994, 325I 1992–1994 +11 more
The brake light switch can fail allowing the switch to remain in the "brake lights off" position or in the "brake lights on" position.
Recall details for the 1992 BMW 735I → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10249437Jan 16, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Other model years of the BMW 735I
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 6 | — | 3 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 11 | 165,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1992 BMW 735I have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 1992 BMW 735I as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1992 BMW 735I is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by electrical system with 1.
Has the 1992 BMW 735I been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1992 BMW 735I get?
The EPA rates the 1992 BMW 735I (735i, 3.4L 6-cyl) at 16 mpg combined, 14 city and 20 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,200 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.