Bmw 318i 1992
Model 318i made in 1992 by Bmw got 8 consumer complains there are 3 recalls as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, exterior lighting. There were some recalls concerningair bags, engine and engine cooling and vehicle speed control.
Model 1992
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | ||||||||||||||||
| 96V110000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 07/01/1990 to 03/01/1992 | V (Vehicle) | 75000 | 09/30/1996 | ODI | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 07/01/1996 | 07/08/1996 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The air bag contact ring locking tab located in the steering wheel assembly can break without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If this happens, the contact ring wiring could eventually break. the air bag readiness indicator lamp (srs or airbag) in the instrument cluster will illuminate, and the air bag would not deploy in the event of a frontal impact vehicle collision. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the locking tab with one of a different design. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: interior; passive restraint; air bag; driver. vehicle description: passenger vehicles. owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin august 5, 1996. note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 98V178000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 03/01/1991 to 11/30/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 340000 | 03/31/1999 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 08/04/1998 | 08/14/1998 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. a malfunction or failure of a coolant system component, such as a thermostat, water pump, or fan belt, can result in significantly increased coolant temperature and system pressure. if the indications of a critical overheating condition is not noticed by the driver, it is possible that damage to, or failure of, a coolant system component could occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a new design radiator cap to control pressure and provide greater coolant overflow in the event of overheating. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification began march 31, 1999. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | ||||||||||||||||
| 97V131000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 07/01/1992 to 07/30/1997 | V (Vehicle) | 410000 | 10/30/1997 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 08/19/1997 | 08/29/1997 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The cruise control and throttle cables 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 due to environmental influences coupled with vibration. if the bushing breaks, the outer cable housing can separate from the bushing. in this case, during application of the throttle pedal without cruise control being engaged, the outer tube could catch on the edge of the broken bushing. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a spring steel clip on the outer tube of each cable in the area of the adjusting screw and plastic bushing. the clip is designed to prevent the outer tube from dislodging from the bushing. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification is expected to begin by the end of october 1997. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||||
| 12 14 97 | 08/01/1997 | 53501 | M42 fault code 200/333. dme control unit memory chip is faulty. *ak | 02/25/2000 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | |||||
| MSG1016 | 10/01/1996 | 50897 | Recall 96v111 - this recall campaign involves the brake light switch. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
| 02/17/1997 | 01/01/1992 | ||
| Air bag contact ring on the driver's side broke. when the air bag warning light came on, vehicle was taken to the dealer where the ring was replaced at owner's expense. vehicle not included in recall 96v110000 bmw/interior; passive restraint: air bag:driver. *ak *ml | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||
| 07/19/2000 | 2 | 11/01/1998 | |
| Onboard computer failed when got wet at a car wash.*ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 04/15/2004 | 57484 | 1 | 09/26/2002 |
| Faulty profile gasket on 1992 bmw 318i engine. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 06/14/1998 | 05/14/1995 | ||
| I have done some research over the internet for this problem and it appears to be a very common one. i am completely amazed that bmw is not covering this repair of this, even though they are aware of the defect. | |||
| 11/17/1998 | 2 | 10/01/1992 | |
| The profile head gasket is a widely reported defect on bmw 318i engines. for me its a serious problme now that this is the second head gasket to blow. the first was replaced under warranty, the second may or may not be replaced under warranty. in anny event the repair work has not yet been done. based on the web pages i have read this is a widespread problem and bmw is not reacting properly. i think you should consider a class-action law suit to make them act properly for such a major defect. | |||
| 05/01/1998 | 1 | 05/01/1992 | |
| Profile gasket failure. the part fails on all m42 engines produced by bmw between 1991 and 1992. was made aware via technical bullletin sent to dealers. a recall needs to be issued. | |||
| 11/11/1996 | 1 | 11/10/1992 | |
| Vehicle experienced coolant loss and low coolant levels but the temperature guage did not rise above normal. loss was due to engine gasket failure. | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| When driving at 30 mph the vehicle surges, the engine races to high rpm and the vehicle cuts off without warning. contacted the dealer, cause of problem was yet to be determined. *ak | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NY | APALACHIN | 13732 | JEFF KIES AUTO SALES | 607-625-2250 |