Bmw 325 1989
Model 325 made in 1989 by Bmw got 13 consumer complains there is 1 investigation as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, seat belts and seats. The car had one investigation (visibility). There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, visibility. The car has one 2.5l engine.
Model 1989
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 18/23/20 | 20/29/23 | Regular | $ 712 | 3 | 880710 |
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 18/24/20 | 19/31/23 | Regular | $ 712 | 3 | 880710 |
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 18/22/19 | 20/28/23 | Regular | $ 750 | 3 | |
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 18/23/20 | 20/30/23 | Regular | $ 712 | 3 |
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. | |||||||||||||||
| 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. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
| 02/16/1996 | 6 | ||
| Circuit board needs to be replaced due to failure of service indicator light/tachometer. *sd | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 09/03/1989 | |||
| Very small pieces of the plastic portion of the latch break off and fall into latch, causing it to jam. *ak | |||
| SEATS | |||
| 06/01/1997 | |||
| Driver's seat broke/leaning to the right side. it is also not very sturdy but wobbly. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 01/01/1994 | |||
| Anti lock brake system sometime grabs and other times shoot forward. tt | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 09/01/1994 | 3 | ||
| On three occasions when cruise control was engaged, vehicle continued to accelerate. *ak | |||
| 04/08/1997 | 0 | ||
| While driving vehicle and pulling into a parking space at 5 mph suddenly vehicle took off, then vehicle came to a stop after hitting a curve; had foot on brakes at the time. vehicle did not stop. took to dealer & was informed vehicle did not have surging problem. *ak | |||
| 01/01/1994 | |||
| Anti lock brake system sometime grabs and other times shoot forward. tt | |||
| 01/10/1995 | |||
| Throttle on vehicle stuck open causing an accident. tt | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | |||
| 05/19/1997 | |||
| Consumer placed the vehicle from park to reverse and the vehicle accelerated in reverse, causing the consumer to have an accident. consumer contacted the dealer, dealer unable to find the cause. dealer stated the floor mat may have been the cause of the problem. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | |||
| The windows on the car stick and sometimes you can't roll them down. also the window fogs up and defrost doesn't work so you have to wipe them clear by hand. | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | |||
| Consumer contacted dealer in reference to recall 93v015000/heater core. dealer refused to correct recall problem. consumer's vehicle has already experienced problem with a cracked heater core which caused hot fluids to enter passenger's compartment, resulting in total loss of driver's visibility. please provide any further details. *ak | |||
| Recall 93v015000/ heater core recall. dealer is john robert bmw, 2537 forest lane, dallas, tx 75234, 972-247-7233. dealer still has no parts. please provide further information.*ak . bmw states recall was done on july 21,2000, at auto bond in ft worth tx. | |||
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||
| The windows on the car stick and sometimes you can't roll them down. also the window fogs up and defrost doesn't work so you have to wipe them clear by hand. | |||