1997 BMW 740IL vs 1997 Buick Lesabre
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 BMW 740IL | 1997 Buick Lesabre |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 394 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 16 | 52 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 26 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 31 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 97,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 740IL | Buick Lesabre |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 110 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 42 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 37 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 33 |
| Power Train | 1 | 33 |
| Steering | 4 | 25 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 27 |
| Visibility | 0 | 28 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 30 |
| Overheating | 0 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 11 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 9 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
1997 BMW 740IL
1997 Buick Lesabre
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.