1991 BMW 318iBmw 318i 1991

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 1991 BMW 318i, manufacturered by Bmw Manufacturer Corporation / Bmw North America.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Subcompact Cars .

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
BMW4US WBA WBS Premium
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
17 MPG23 MPG467.73 g/mile
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1991 BMW 318i?
     - The 1991 BMW 318i has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 17 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 23 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1991 BMW 318i?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1991 BMW 318i can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1991 BMW 318i?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1991 BMW 318i is $3500.
  • Where is the 1991 BMW 318i produced?
     - The 1991 BMW 318i is produced in Greer Sc, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 1991 BMW 318i?
     - There are 1 recall(s) for the 1991 BMW 318i, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 21499 [USA]: Chest deceleration exceeds maximum allowable limit whichresults in increased risk of occupant injury in a sudden stop or accident.

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NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 318i

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-7750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 115.6584
    City mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,19
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index34703
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3500
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Vehicle record id7640
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)12
    Model name (carline)318i
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)81
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 121.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 132.0
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-7750
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
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.
  • 12 14 97 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: M42 fault code 200/333. Dme control unit memory chip is faulty. *ak
  • MSG1016 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS: Recall 96v111 - this recall campaign involves the brake light switch. *tw
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20040425

Engine profile gasket for m42 engine 4cyl, 16 valve has failed allowing all coolant fluid to leak from engine.*ak

NoNoN NoneNone20030622

The vehicle experienced a coolant leak. *jb the coolant leaked from a faulty profile gasket. The faulty gasket was the subject of a recall but the consumers vehicle was not included due to vin. The consumer paid for the repairs and requested reimbursement. The manufacturer reviewed the case and decided not to offer any assistance. The consumer has the old part in her possession. *ts *nlm

NoNoN NoneNone20011031

Driver's side seat belt buckle will not latch and passenger's side seat belt will latch intermittently. Dealer and manufacturer were notified. *ak manufactuer and dealer unwilling to help, consumer replaced with second hand parts. *tt

NoNoN NoneNone20000717

Consumer put key into ignition and it wouldn't turn at all. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19990225

I have recently discovered how many other vehicles of this type (bmw e30 m42) have been plaqued with this exact failure. With so many vehicles affected isn't a recall in order? This repair/fix cost me $1258.43 and bmw knew the problem existed!

NoNoN NoneNone19980118

Engine gasket failure.

NoNoN NoneNone19961114

Timing case profile gaskets failed which in turn releases all coolant in the system.

CrashNoN NoneNone

When striking a wall head-on at 40 mph driver's air bag did not deploy. Dealer has not been contacted. *ak

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