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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there recalls for the 1993 BMW 3 Series?
- There are 12 recall(s) for the 1993 BMW 3 Series, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 38038 [USA]: Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Certain tradesonic combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during july 2006. Owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884. this recall only pertains to tradesonic aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.For more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.
Recall 51759 [USA]: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Certain j & a auto accessories combination headlamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. j & a auto accessories will notify owners and offer to repurchase the headlamps. The recall began on july 10, 2006. Owners may contact j & a auto accessories at 310-327-4981. this recall only pertains to j & a auto accessories aftermarket headlamp assemblies and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.For more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.
Recall 61793 [USA]: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. Some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. The recall began may 9, 2006. Owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688. this recall only pertains to aftermarket headlamp assemblies manufactured by anzo and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.
Recall R/2021/268 [UK]: Some vehicles may be susceptible to damage to the anti-corrosion coating of the lower steering shaft
Some vehicles may be susceptible to damage to the anti-corrosion coating of the lower steering shaft. on the affected vehicles the steering shaft must be replaced.
Recall R/1997/005 [UK]: Corrosion on lower steering shaft
Instances of corrosion on the corrugated section of the lower steering shaft have occurred. This could lead to eventual weakening of the shaft. all vehicles fitted with corrugated type lower steering shafts will have them replaced with quality assured examples.
Recall R/2000/135 [UK]: Lower steering shaft may fail
Due to the long term effects of corrosion the above vehicles are being recalled. The corrosion is an age related problem and this recall action will target the oldest cars first in groups of 15000 to 20000. It is believed that as long as the vehicle has a current mot and is serviced correctly any possible corrosion problems with the shaft will be highlighted as a matter of course. If customers are concerned they can visit any bmw dealer to have the shaft checked. defect (cont.) if the component is safe the car will not be repaired at this stage but will be recalled at a later date as originally planned. Remedy recall affected vehicles and fit modified lower steering shaft.
Recall 1998197 [Canada]: Heater and defroster
On certain vehicles, failure of a cooling system component such as thermostat, water pump or fan belt can result in a significant increase in coolant temperature and system pressure. Increased system pressure could result the formation of a crack or separation of a seam in the heater core end piece which would cause hot coolant to be expelled from the heater core. This hot fluid could contact car occupants resulting in possible personal injury and/or fogging of the interior window surfaces. Correction: radiator cap will be replaced with a new design cap in order to avoid buildup of excessive pressure in the cooling system.
Recall 1997173 [Canada]: Engine
On certain 318ic, 318is, 318ti, 325i, 325ic, 325is, 525i, 525it, 530i, 530it, 540i, 740i, 740il, 840ci and m3, the cruise control and throttle cable are attached to the same throttle valve actuating lever at the throttle housing. It is possible that the plastic bushing on either cable could break causing the outer cable housing to separate from the bushing. Throttle pedal application without cruise control engagement could cause the outer tube to catch on the edge of the broken bushing resulting in the throttle valve remaining partially open. If this were to occur, the car might not decelerate as expected and a crash could occut. Correction: a spring clip will be installed on the outer tube of each cable to prevent dislodgment from the bushing.
Recall 1996158 [Canada]: Lights and instruments
On certain 325i, 325ic, 325is, 525i, 525it, 530i, 530it, 535i, 540i, 735i, 735il, 740i, 740il and 750i, the brake light switch may fail due to a reduction of contact force on the "snap contact" system which the switch incorporates. This could cause heat induced distortion of the plastic internal switch parts in the area of the electrical contacts. This could cause the switch to remain either in the on or the off position resulting in the brake lights being continuously illuminated or inoperative regardless of brake pedal operation. Correction: switch will be replaced with on that utilizes a different contact system.
Recall 1994096 [Canada]: Fuel supply
On certain 318i, 318ic, 318is, 325ic, 325is, 325ix, 525i, 535i, 735i and 735il vehicles, the fuel feed hose could harden and "set" over time due to engine compartment temperatures. If this "setting" occurs, it is possible that seepage between the hose and fitting could result because the clamp cannot provide sufficient sealing force to compensate for the hardening of the hose. Fuel seepage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in an engine compartment fire. Correction: fuel feed hoses and associated clamps will be replaced with ones of a new design.
Recall 1994115 [Canada]: Engine
On certain 318i and 318is vehicles, under certain conditions, with low ambient temperatures (-10 degrees and colder) and a warmed-up engine, water vapour in the warm air from the crankcase might condense and freeze in the throttle body. This could prevent the throttle plate from closing as the driver releases the gas pedal and might result in loss of vehicle control. Correction: throttle body heater will be replaced with a modified heater.
Recall 1993100 [Canada]: Heater and defroster
On certain 318i, 325i and m3 vehicles, elevated pressure in the cooling system due to overheating could result in cracking of the heater core end piece. Should this happen, coolant could be expelled onto the lower right leg of the driver, possibly resulting in personal injury and/or fogging of the interior surfaces of the windows causing reduced driver vision. Correction: a thermistatic bypass valve will be installed to control coolant temperature in the heater core. Also, a new design radiator cap will be installed to control pressure and provide greater overflow.
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Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
B510819 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
SI B63 02 08 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS: Rear bulb failure. Model e92 (3 series coupe) vehicles produced up to january 21, 2008 are affected. The bulb out warning shows in the instrument cluster. *pe
SI B11 13 07 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER: N54 rattle noise from turbocharger area. Models e90, e92 and e93 (3 series) 335i and 335xi; e60 and e61 (5 series) 535i and 535xi, all with n54 engine from the start of production to january 17, 2008 production. *pe
SI B12 01 08 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: N52 edk throttle jamming faults 2d09, 2ced and 2cec. Model e90 and e91 (3 series) and e60 and e61 (5 series), all models up to 11/2005 with n52 engine. *pe
120405 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Check engine lamp illuminated and/or vehicle overheats. Bmw e90 (3 series) all e90 (3 series) and e60 (5 series) models equipped with n52 engine. *tt
34 02 98 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP: Subject regarding the abs/asc warning lights illuminated during dynamometer test. *yc *jn
MSG1016 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS: Recall 96v111 - this recall campaign involves the brake light switch. *tw