Bmw 325 1992
Model 325 made in 1992 by Bmw got 26 consumer complains, 2 investigations there are 3 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. 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, seats and visibility. The car has one 2.5l engine.
Model 1992
| 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 | $ 900 | 3 | 910821 |
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 17/24/20 | 19/31/23 | Regular | $ 900 | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| SEATS | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V055000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 03/01/1991 to 04/01/1992 | V (Vehicle) | 22416 | 12/30/1992 | OVSC | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 04/14/1992 | 04/23/1992 | 571 | 208 | |||||
| Defect Summary | The vehicle failed to comply with fmvss 208. the driver's chest resultant acceleration exceeded the allowable 60 g's in a crash test when the seat height changes adjustment under severe frontal impact. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The driver of a vehicle faces increased risk of injuryin the event of a sudden stop or accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Install a damper on the underside of the driver's seat cushion, between the cushion frame and the seat track. in a severe frontal impact the damper will hydraulically lock, preventing a change in seat height. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: interior systems: fmvss 208.vehicle description: passenger car, models 325i and 325ia. | |||||||||||||||
| 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 | |
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 | |||
| 05/12/1999 | |||
| Dealer replaced the air bag light, and the air bag light is still on. *ak | |||
| 09/21/1996 | |||
| While driving vehicle on the highway the steering locked up due to something inside the air bag mechanism breaking.*ak | |||
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
| 01/16/1994 | 6 | ||
| No deployment of driver's air bag during accident, resulting in injury. attorney for client. *skd | |||
| 12/26/1994 | |||
| During accident air bag did not deploy on drivers side. tt | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 01/01/1993 | 1 | ||
| Electrical system shorts, causing power door locks/windows/sun roof/seat warmers to fail. | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - STARTER ASSEMBLY | |||
| On three occasions, the starter need to be replaced, dealer replaced two but not third one. please describe .*ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 07/09/1998 | 2 | 05/01/1998 | |
| Water pump and ignition system failures. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||
| 01/01/1996 | 1 | 01/01/1992 | |
| Radiator heater core exploded, filling vehicle with steam and smoke, causing poor visibility. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 01/01/1993 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle stalls on a consistent basis, even while vehicle is moving/up to 60 mph. *dsh | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||
| 1 | 09/01/1991 | ||
| Headlight lens covers were originally 100 percent transparent. over the years, with no abuse, they seem to becoming increasingly yellowed. it is to the point that they diminish the effectiveness of the headlights. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY | |||
| 06/10/1993 | |||
| No gas is getting to the engine. tt | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 05/22/1999 | 1 | 05/01/1999 | |
| Gas tanks leaks if the vehicle is filled over the 1/2 full mark, possibly due to a seal failure. *ak | |||
| OTHER | |||
| 12/20/1994 | 0 | ||
| Driver's floor mat detached from its winged screw moorings, causing mat to move forward over the accelerator pedal, resulting in sudden acceleration. *skd | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 10/01/2008 | 198880 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 1992 bmw 325. while driving 60 mph, the vehicle began to backfire and lose power. the mechanic could not determine the cause of the failure. the vehicle would also hesitate and shake when it was initially started. the vin was unknown. the current mileage was 206,000 and failure mileage was 198,880. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | |||
| The steering is making a loud noise when you turn the wheel, clutch slipped in and out of gear and makes a grainding noise. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||
| 05/18/2001 | 1 | 09/01/1995 | |
| When shifting gears front will make a crackling noise. *ak consumer states entire back end suspension (struts left and right) holding the rear wheels, transmission differentials to the frame of the vehicle is separating from the frame, dealer has been informed, however refuses to acknowledge liability or investigate possible product design defect. *slc | |||
| SEATS | |||
| 10/30/1995 | 1 | 10/30/1995 | |
| Driver's side and pasenger's side front seats rock about 2 inches play when added force. *ak | |||
| 01/13/1995 | |||
| Was struck from rear at 20mph, drivers side seat track pulled up from floor. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 06/03/1998 | 2 | ||
| Was pulling from stop light, had applied brakes suddenly and brakes failed to stop vehicle. rearended another vehicle. driver's air bag deployed & broke driver's arm. vehicle towed to dealer. plastic housing of cruise control cable had broken. *ak | |||
| 12/05/1995 | |||
| Abs, brake calipers on the front lockup at hwy speed while driving 50 mph,also loss of brake pedal went to the floor. tt | |||
| STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) | |||
| Consumer was in and accident and the steering gear need to be replaced. please describe . *ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 10/15/1997 | 1 | ||
| The rear crossmember to subframe and to the floor pan broke off, causing the subframe to fall down while driving. could result in loss of vehicle control. cause unknown. dealer is aware of problem but cannot determine the cause. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 05/18/2001 | 1 | 09/01/1995 | |
| When shifting gears front will make a crackling noise. *ak consumer states entire back end suspension (struts left and right) holding the rear wheels, transmission differentials to the frame of the vehicle is separating from the frame, dealer has been informed, however refuses to acknowledge liability or investigate possible product design defect. *slc | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | |||
| 07/19/1999 | |||
| Consumer contacted manufacturer in reference to recall number 98v178000, consumer noted there was no dealer within a 500 mile radius. manufacturer will not send another dealer parts to correct the problem. please provide any further details. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | |||
| 09/01/1999 | 0 | ||
| Heater core has ruptured, causing windows to fog up. this condition makes it hard for the driver to see. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||
| 05/01/1999 | |||
| Windows fog up and do not cool properly. dealer not aware of problem. repairwork not done. provide further information. *ak | |||