1998 BMW 740IL vs 1998 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 | 1998 BMW 740IL | 1998 Buick Lesabre |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 26 | 400 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 11 | 53 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 43 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 106,935 mi | 69,269 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 740IL | Buick Lesabre |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 196 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 70 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 50 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 23 |
| Power Train | 4 | 20 |
| Suspension | 2 | 15 |
| Steering | 1 | 15 |
| Visibility | 2 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 67 |
| Overheating | 0 | 19 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 15 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 13 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 8 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 7 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 7 |
1998 BMW 740IL
1998 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.