2004 BMW 745LI power train problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2004 BMW 745LI — 33% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 bmw 745li. While driving unknown speeds, the vehicle hesitated and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and it was diagnosed that oil was leaking onto the manifold. Also, the wheels and axle needed to be replaced. The…”
filed May 30, 2018
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 bmw 745li. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph and attempting to merge onto the highway, the transmission safe mode activated as the vehicle decelerated independently. The contact also mentioned that the dynamic drive warning light activated. The vehicle was…”
filed Mar 8, 2013
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other 745LI years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 745LI | 5 | 20% |
| 2003 745LI | 8 | 16% |
| 2002 745LI | 8 | 22% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2004 BMW 745LI
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.