Bmw 318 1992
Model 318 made in 1992 by Bmw got 18 consumer complains, 2 investigations there are 4 recalls as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and fuel system, other. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. The car had some investigations: air bags, visibility. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, vehicle speed control and visibility. The car has one 1.8l engine.
Model 1992
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 1.8L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 20/26/22 | 22/33/26 | Premium | $ 921 | 3 | 910821 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 94V066000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 06/01/1988 to 02/01/1993 | V (Vehicle) | 116300 | 06/25/1994 | ODI | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 04/11/1994 | 04/13/1994 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Feed fuel hoses can harden and set over time, allowing a seepage of fuel at the connection between the hose and the engine fitting. the clamp used to hold the hose to the fitting is unable to compensate for the hardening of the feed fuel hose. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | A redesigned feed fuel hose and hose clamp will be installed to alleviate the fuel seepage. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel; fuel line fittings; metallic.vehicle description: passenger vehicles; models 318i, 318si, 318ic, 325i, 325is, 325ix, 325ic, 525i, 535i, 735i and 735il.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge, or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 94V037000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 02/01/1992 to 01/01/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 23500 | 08/29/1994 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 02/17/1994 | 03/01/1994 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The adhesive material of the two piece throttle body heater migrates into the circulation chamber causing build up of impurities and restriction of flow within the chamber. this condition and water vapors from the crank that freezes at low ambient air temperatures prevents the throttle plate from closing as the driver releases the gas pedal, causing loss of throttle control. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If loss of throttle control from the frozen throttle body occurs while the vehicle is in motion, a vehicle crash could occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Bmw dealers will replace the throttle body heater with a modified heater. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel; fuel injection system.vehicle description: passenger vehicles, model 318i and 318is.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliane, please contact bmw service center at 1-201-573-2100. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | ||||||||||||||||
| 91V219000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 06/01/1990 to 11/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 15200 | 02/07/1992 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 12/17/1991 | 12/20/1991 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The crankcase ventilation system, vented into the intake tract of the engine at the bellows boot ahead of the throttle housing, allows warm water vapor from the crankcase vent to condense and freeze in the colder bellows boot when the ambient air temperature is 15 degrees fahrenheit or less. the build up of ice can dislodge and move into the throttle housing, preventing the throttle plate from fully closing when the driver releases the gas pedal. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace the throttle housing with a version containing a modified heating system along with rerouting of the cvs hose. this will prevent ice build-up in the intake tract. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: throttle linkages and control.vehicle description: passenger vehicles. | |||||||||||||||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | ||||||||||||||||
| 93V015000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 01/01/1983 to 01/01/1993 | V (Vehicle) | 375000 | 06/04/1993 | ODI | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 02/01/1993 | 02/05/1993 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The malfunction or failure of a coolant system component results in significantly increased coolant temperature and a resulting increase in system pressure. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a thermostatic bypass valve in the engine compartment to control coolant temperature in the heater core. also, a new design radiator cap will be installed, to control pressure and provide greater coolant overflow in the event of overheating. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: coolant system.vehicle description: passenger cars. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||||
| MSG0415 | 10/01/1996 | 50896 | Recall 96v110 - bmw of north america has initiated a recall campaign which involves the airbag contact ring locking tab. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||||
| 120794(4116) | 01/01/1995 | 120194(3947) | 39114 | Engine will not start, primarily during cold weather or high altitude. *tw | 03/16/1995 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 120894(4117) | 01/01/1995 | 120891(3409) | 39115 | Engine will not start. *tw | 03/16/1995 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | |||||
| MSG1016 | 10/01/1996 | 50897 | Recall 96v111 - this recall campaign involves the brake light switch. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | ||||||
| EA95013 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 03/31/1995 | 07/15/1996 | AIR BAG WIRING FAILURE | 96V110000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | ||||||
| EA92017 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 06/02/1992 | 03/30/1993 | HEATER CORE FAILURE | 93V015000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - STARTER ASSEMBLY | |||
| 01/01/2001 | |||
| Consumer is having problems with starter, she has taken it back to dealer twice already to have it replaced.*ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 10/31/1998 | 1 | 10/01/1992 | |
| 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. | |||
| Vehicles has a sudden loss of coolant from the engine due to a defective design. the manufacturer-bmw has issued a tsb on this problem. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||
| 1 | 04/01/1996 | ||
| Timing case profile gasket failed, allowing a sudden and immediate release of most or all of the coolant (radiator) while traveling. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 07/16/1996 | |||
| Engine timing chain/engine main head gasket failed. *ak | |||
| 11/11/1996 | 11/10/1992 | ||
| A gasket wears out in the engine valve train, causing coolant loss. *ak | |||
| 10/03/1996 | 1 | 02/16/1995 | |
| Engine gasket failed, causing coolant leak. *ak | |||
| 10/12/1996 | 1 | 10/26/1996 | |
| Engine profile gasket failure, causing loss of hot coolant, resulting in a fog of white steam which could impair visibility. *ak | |||
| 07/14/1995 | |||
| The head and the gaskets and they are porus and they fall apart. please describe. tt | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 08/01/1998 | 1 | 05/01/1992 | |
| Clamp and hose from gasoline tank failed. | |||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||
| 1 | 07/19/1992 | ||
| The drivers side front door will not latch properly. the door will not hold. please describe further. *jb | |||
| PARKING BRAKE - CONVENTIONAL | |||
| 01/01/2001 | |||
| Parking brake does not work. dealer is not willing to do anything.*ak | |||
| 01/27/1995 | 3 | ||
| While parked with brake on, emergency brake failed, vehicle rolled and hit another vehicle, once resulting in an accident. tt | |||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION - FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY | |||
| 5-spd manual transmission will not go into 1st gear without difficulty which is now becoming more frequent. please describe details. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 11/15/1992 | |||
| M/trans: accelerator sticks during cold weather; engine speeds up, even with brakes applied;nearly caused rear end accident;not included under recall #91v219000 | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 11/15/1992 | |||
| M/trans: accelerator sticks during cold weather; engine speeds up, even with brakes applied;nearly caused rear end accident;not included under recall #91v219000 | |||
| VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR | |||
| 05/19/1995 | |||
| With temperatures ranging from 95 degrees or more rear window emploded while not in direct sunlight. please describe details. *ak | |||