Bmw 325 1991
Model 325 made in 1991 by Bmw got 6 consumer complains, 2 investigations there are 3 recalls as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, engine and engine cooling and seat belts. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting. The car had some investigations: air bags, visibility. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, visibility. The car has one 2.5l engine.
Model 1991
| 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 | $ 938 | 3 | 900917 |
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 17/24/20 | 19/31/23 | Regular | $ 938 | 3 | 900917 |
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 18/22/19 | 20/28/23 | Regular | $ 986 | 3 | 900515 |
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 18/23/20 | 20/30/23 | Regular | $ 938 | 3 | 900515 |
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. | |||||||||||||||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - SWITCH/WIRING | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V140000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 01/01/1991 to 06/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 2942 | 02/05/1993 | ODI | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 09/29/1992 | 10/01/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The screw that secures the wiper switch at one location and which also provides a ground for the wiper circuit, loosens as the switch is operated over a long period of time. as the screw continues to loosen the ground for the wiper circuit is intermittently or completely lost. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The intermittent or complete loss of the wiper circuitground causes the wipers to operate erratically or not at all, resulting inreduced visibility for the driver in inclement weather conditions. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Relocate the wiper switch ground wire attachment on the steering column. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: visual; windshield wiper.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 | |
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||||
| 514191(3431) | 01/01/1993 | 514191(3431) | 39562 | Various malfunctions of the one touch window operation. *tw | 11/01/1995 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
| 11/03/1995 | |||
| Driver's side air bag did not deploy at 50 mph when rear ended. please describe. tt | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 06/30/1998 | |||
| Consumer was driving on the street at 25 mph under normal road conditions when suddenly heard a loud cracking sound and engine stopped running. dealer was not notified. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 1 | |||
| Possible engine failure resulted in vehicle fire. | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| Vehicle was in use when driver's side seat belt popped out of buckle and would not go back in, causing loss of protection. *ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 11/14/1994 | |||
| Front wheel broke through the floor board. cruise control would not disengage. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR | |||
| 01/01/1996 | |||
| Back window looks like it is completely shattered. please describe details. tt | |||