1992 BMW 318Bmw 318 1992

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

Below you will find all available information on the 1992 BMW 318.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
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  • Are there recalls for the 1992 BMW 318?
     - There are 4 recall(s) for the 1992 BMW 318, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 18650 [USA]: Fuel seepage between the feed fuel hose and the engine fitting can result in free fuel in the engine compartment, which could result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition.

  • Recall 19499 [USA]: If loss of throttle control from the frozen throttle body occurs while the vehicle is in motion, a vehicle crash could occur.

  • Recall 20417 [USA]: Vehicles operated under this increased cooling systempressure condition can suffer damage or failure of parts of the cooling systemsuch as (1) leakage from a coolant hose, (2) leakage of the radiator orexpansion tank, (3) disconnection of a hose from a pipe or a fitting, and (4)cracks in the heater core end piece resulting in coolant leakage. in some cases,boiling coolant can contact the lower right leg of the driver resulting inburns. also, escaping coolant in the passenger compartment can cause vaporfogging of the interior surface of the windows, reducing driver visibility.

  • Recall 21050 [USA]: If the throttle plate is prevented from closing, thereis an increase in idle speed as well as slower than normal deceleration, whichoccurs without prior warning and could result in an accident.

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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.

  • MSG1016 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS: Recall 96v111 - this recall campaign involves the brake light switch. *tw
  • MSG0415 - AIR BAGS: Recall 96v110 - bmw of north america has initiated a recall campaign which involves the airbag contact ring locking tab. *tw
  • 120894(4117) - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Engine will not start. *tw
  • 120794(4116) - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: Engine will not start, primarily during cold weather or high altitude. *tw
Known Recall Investigations
  • Air bag wiring failure investigation # EA95013

    There is no summary currently available

  • Heater core failure investigation # EA92017

    There is no summary currently available

Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20001231

Consumer is having problems with starter, she has taken it back to dealer twice already to have it replaced.*ak

NoNoN NoneNone19981029

The affected gasket is known to be of a defective nature and is prone to failure at some point in the vehicle's life, possibly resulting in a sudden loss of coolant. The original part and replacement parts are referenced in a bmw technical service bulletin 11 10 93 (3885). Thus far, bmw has chosen only to evaluate each case individually and selectively reimburse owners for the cost of repairs for vehicles which are out of warranty.

NoNoN NoneNone19980730

Clamp and hose from gasoline tank failed.

NoNoN NoneNone19961109

A gasket wears out in the engine valve train, causing coolant loss. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19961010

Engine profile gasket failure, causing loss of hot coolant, resulting in a fog of white steam which could impair visibility. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19961001

Engine gasket failed, causing coolant leak. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19960714

Engine timing chain/engine main head gasket failed. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19950712

The head and the gaskets and they are porus and they fall apart. Please describe. Tt

NoNoN NoneNone19950517

With temperatures ranging from 95 degrees or more rear window emploded while not in direct sunlight. Please describe details. *ak

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