Bmw 735 1990
Model 735 made in 1990 by Bmw got 3 consumer complains, 1 investigation there are 2 recalls as well as 5 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, steering and vehicle speed control. 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, seat belts.
Model 1990
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. | |||||||||||||||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 90V016000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 05/01/1987 to 08/01/1989 | V (Vehicle) | 62000 | 03/08/1990 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 01/30/1990 | 02/06/1990 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Under certain conditions, front seat center, fold-down arm rest may contact the safety belt buckle, causing damage to the release button and preventing the belt tongue from latching when buckling up. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Occupant would not be properly restrained and could be injured in the event of a sudden stop or accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace front seat safety belt buckles with shorter version that will not contact the armrests. note: owner notification date; 2/90 is prepared in draft form. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: safety belt buckle.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 - COOLING SYSTEM - HOSE | |||||
| 110794(4089) | 12/01/1994 | 37791 | New radiator coolant hoses. *tw | 02/07/1995 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | |||||
| MSG1016 | 10/01/1996 | 50897 | Recall 96v111 - this recall campaign involves the brake light switch. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||||
| 130792(3700) | 08/01/1993 | 39552 | Feed fuel hoses update. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||
| 09/03/1996 | |||
| Consumer states that he went to check the oil in the engine and the radiator hose exploded and gave him 2nd and 3rd degree burns.*ak | |||
| STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) | |||
| 12/01/1994 | |||
| Steering box has to be replaced, power steering cuts out. tt | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 08/25/1995 | |||
| Vehicle parked; turned on ignition; shifted from park to reverse; engine accelerated; vehicle lurched backwards full speed; went into wooded area across street. | |||