Bmw 535i 1992

Model 535i made in 1992 by Bmw got 5 consumer complains there are 3 recalls as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, unknown or other. There were some recalls concerningair bags, engine and engine cooling and service brakes, hydraulic. The car has one 3.4l engine.

Model 1992

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 3.4L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD16/22/1818/28/22Regular$ 10014910821
( 3.4L) 6Manual, 5 gearsRWD15/23/1817/30/21Regular$ 10014910821

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL
96V110000BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKEfrom 07/01/1990 to 03/01/1992V (Vehicle)7500009/30/1996ODIBAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE07/01/199607/08/1996
Defect SummaryThe air bag contact ring locking tab located in the steering wheel assembly can break without warning.
Consequence SummaryIf 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 SummaryDealers will replace the locking tab with one of a different design.
NotesSystem: 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
98V178000BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKEfrom 02/01/1988 to 11/30/1994V (Vehicle)34000003/31/1999MFRBAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE08/04/199808/14/1998
Defect SummaryVehicle 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 SummaryIf 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 SummaryDealers will install a new design radiator cap to control pressure and provide greater coolant overflow in the event of overheating.
NotesOwner 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).
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - SWITCHES - BRAKE LIGHT
96V111000BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKEfrom 01/01/1990 to 03/01/1994V (Vehicle)18000009/30/1996MFRBAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE07/01/199607/08/1996
Defect SummaryThe brake light switch can fail allowing the switch to remain in the brake lights off position or in the brake lights on position.
Consequence SummaryIf this happens, the brake lights either will not operate or will be continuously on, regardless of brake pedal position. following drivers would not be able to determine whether the vehicle is stopping, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the existing brake light switch with a newly designed switch.
NotesSystem: brakes; hydraulic; switch; brake light. 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.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
AIR BAGS
MSG041510/01/199650896Recall 96v110 - bmw of north america has initiated a recall campaign which involves the airbag contact ring locking tab. *tw06/17/1997
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
MSG111710/07/199650898Announcement that owners of vehicles involved in recalls 96v110 and 96v111 will be combined into one mailing. *tw06/17/1997

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
AIR BAGS
03/27/20011
 Consumer was involved in an accident where the front of her vehicle smashed into the right rear of another vehicle, consumers air bag deployed, causing a deep laceration to her arm, and severe discoloration to her forearm, consumer continues to undergo treatment and believes that the design of the air bag and its subsequent deployment was the cause of her injuries. *slc
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM
03/20/1999410/16/1995
 Vehicle experienced recall component failure prior to notice resulting in extensive engine cooling system repairs (98v-178). mjs
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
03/21/2000409/01/1992
 Bmw acknowledged defect in radiator cap on this specific vehicle saying it can cause excessive pressure to build up in system, but will not repair problems that it causes from the defective part. *ak