Bmw 325 1990
Model 325 made in 1990 by Bmw got 10 consumer complains, 1 investigation there are 2 recalls as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting. The car had one investigation (visibility). There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, visibility. The car has one 2.5l engine.
Model 1990
| 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 | $ 788 | 3 | 890726 |
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 18/25/20 | 20/31/24 | Regular | $ 788 | 3 | 890726 |
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 18/22/19 | 20/28/23 | Regular | $ 828 | 3 | 890731 |
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 18/23/20 | 20/30/23 | Regular | $ 788 | 3 | 890731 |
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. | |||||||||||||||
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 | |
| 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 | |
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||||
| 320193(3752) | 04/01/1993 | 39557 | New style steering column. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
| 01/12/1995 | |||
| Passengers airbag did not deploy during front end collison; rearended another vehicle; three car collision; one sensor crushed upon impact. tt | |||
| 01/12/1995 | |||
| Drivers airbag did not deploy during front end collison; rearended another vehicle; three car collision; one sensor crushed upon impact. tt | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 04/17/1995 | |||
| Engine hcooling system leaked and the engine burned up. please describe. *ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | |||
| 07/01/1996 | 5 | ||
| Brake lights were inoperative; in addition, cannot open the unlocked door from inside/ driver's seat wobbles and seat heater overheated, burning driver. *ak | |||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||
| 07/01/1996 | 5 | ||
| Brake lights were inoperative; in addition, cannot open the unlocked door from inside/ driver's seat wobbles and seat heater overheated, burning driver. *ak | |||
| OTHER | |||
| 05/01/2006 | 5 | 01/18/2005 | |
| Regarding my 1990 bmw 325 convertible. the covering under the steering wheel above the pedals will fall on my feet when i am driving, my feet get caught and i have to pull over and push the covering off my feet and shove it back over the pedals. there is a place for it to lock into except to sit above the pedals. it is very scary when my feet get caught, i am constantly moving my feet to push in the clutch pedal. i was getting my oil changed and the person working there said he also had that problem with his bmw 325 convertible. *jb | |||
| SEATS | |||
| 07/01/1996 | 5 | ||
| Brake lights were inoperative; in addition, cannot open the unlocked door from inside/ driver's seat wobbles and seat heater overheated, burning driver. *ak | |||
| SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - SEAT HEATER/COOLER | |||
| 07/01/1996 | 5 | ||
| Brake lights were inoperative; in addition, cannot open the unlocked door from inside/ driver's seat wobbles and seat heater overheated, burning driver. *ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 08/12/1995 | |||
| Sudden unintended acceleration, vehicle surged forward unexpectedly. tt | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | |||
| Consumer had recall #93v015000, fixed a year ago, consumer was driving and the car engine cooling light came on and the car overheated . please describe .*ak | |||