Bmw 540i 1994
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 1994 BMW 540i.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Compact Cars .
Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
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BMW | Premium | |
City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
15 MPG | 21 MPG | 522.76 g/mile |
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What is the MPG of a 1994 BMW 540i?
- The 1994 BMW 540i has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 15 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 21 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1994 BMW 540i?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1994 BMW 540i can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1994 BMW 540i?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1994 BMW 540i is $3900.
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Are there recalls for the 1994 BMW 540i?
- There are 4 recall(s) for the 1994 BMW 540i, additional information is below.
Recall 12367 [USA]: If a crack were to form or a seam were to separate in the heater core end piece, hot coolant could suddenly be expelled, increasing the risk of personal injury to a vehicle occupant.
Recall 16154 [USA]: This could cause the throttle valve to remain partially open. it his were to occur, the car might not decelerate as expected increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recall 16468 [USA]: If this happens, the brake lights either will not operate or will be continuously on, regardless of brake pedal position. following drivers would not be able to determine whether the vehicle is stopping, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Recall 19069 [USA]: Consequence of non-compliance: this could allow windows or sunroofs to be closed on an arm or neck of an individual when the remote device operator is not within the immediate vicinity.
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Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 540i
Description Data Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 4.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (GUZZLER) (FFS) Transmission Automatic 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9750 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details 2LKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 17.5006 City mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 4.0 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 12057 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (GUZZLER) (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3900 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 21 Vehicle record id 10865 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 13 Model name (carline) 540i Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 91 Transmission Automatic 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 18.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 29.0 EPA vehicle size class Compact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9750 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details 2LKUP 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 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.
Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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No | No | N | None | None | 20030907 |
I bought a bmw 540i in 1996 used at 45,000 miles from a dealership. When shifting into reverse transmission would be delayed temporarily before engaging. Now i was not inform the of the technical bulletin and due to poor transmission fluid, now at 90,000 miles this car would not go into reverse , shifter would slide, and car would not move. Now there is a identical experience with an other consumer case# 889281 with the nhtsa. My car has been in for other recalls now i would like to know if they failed to do there part and in making sure that the transmisson problem fluid or other technical problems was to be taken car of by the dealership before it became an issue. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20021229 |
To whom it might concern. My bmw 540i was diagnosed for compression loss by the local bmw authorized dealer. According to the dealer, the cause is extended sulfur content used in the us gasoline. The sulfur causes a chemical reaction with the used engine block alloy (nikasil) and erodes prematurely. Current mileage is 99'000 miles. This is far below any service life expectancy standard for a quality make/brand car (engine). Bmw wants to hold their customers responsible for damage caused by a design flaw. Bmw missed to properly test and evaluate this car prior to exporting it into the us market. Bmw confesses to the problem by extending the original warranty from 4 to 6 years. I feel that bmw should have done a total recall on this issue and not just a warranty extension since the defect it is entirely caused by bmw's faulty design. Do you have any information available on this issue? Has there been legal action against bmw in the past? Are there similar issues with other car brands/makes? Any advice in dealing with this? Sincerely,
No | No | N | None | None | 20020630 |
When shifting into reverse, there is a hesitation before transmission shifts in. Hesitation time is increasing. Also, when stepping on pedal for aggressive acceleration or passing, vehicle hesitates, then "clunks" violently into gear. Mechanics have stated that it is a common problem that they see with this vehicle and transmission. Solution is to replace with a brand new transmission(parts cost $5000.00).Nothing done yet to remedy problem due to incredible cost. Also, shift lever safety button no longer works, allowing vehicle to be accidentally shifted out of driving gear into other gears. Mechanic stated that internal pin broke and the whole shift lever has to be replaced with a parts cost of $300.00. Other problems: ; power seat controls fail continuously, dash display lights not working, ... *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20020525 |
This is the second engine for this car, the first was replaced at 38,228mi ... This engine was replaced with the same defective engine that was originally in the car, not the newer blocks ... This will be the third engine in 142,00mi and i am getting no help here ... Very disappointing ... I want satisfaction ... I should not be on a third engine, period!!!*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20010605 |
Bmw with m60b30 and m60b40 v'8 from 93-95 engines have been known to suffer damage to the cylinder bores from excessive amounts of sulpher in us fuels. The blocks were made of nikasil. The problem represents itself as an excessively high idle which my car has. Bmw initiated an engine warranty, covering all internal lubricated parts, which includes the short block for 100,000, or 6 years. I took my car to be checked and this is when i discovered( based on a compression test) it has the problem bmw knew about. The problem is my car is more than 6 years old with less than 100,000.00 miles bmw willnot repair my problem allthough they acknowledge it exists. I have an extended warranty on the car through preferred warranties 1 800 334 4841 who will pay only $60.00 p/h labor, the bmw dealership charges $80.00 an hour. It( preferred) will also only pay for a used engine which the bmw dealership will not guarantee. So is this an expensive lesson i have to learn or will bmw stand behond it's vechicle that has a defect it knew about? I have contacte prestige auto also. Please advise what if anything i can do. Has this problem been addressed in the past?*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20001031 |
At 85,000 miles when shifting into reverse transmission would be delayed temporarily before engaging. Dealer notified manufacturer, who informed consumer that vehicle was out of its warranty, and not covered under a recall. *ak consumer states transmission malfunctioned because manufacturere did not inform him of the technical bulletin and due to poor transmission fluid, finally at 92642 vehicle would not go in to reverse, shifter would slide, but car would not move. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 20000107 |
Drivers seat "rocks". If in an accident i fear the seat will detatch and driver will die. New seat rails will fix but bmw will not pay.*ak
No | No | N | None | None |
Speed sensor failed, causing failure of transmission, cannot change gears.Please provide further information. *ak