1994 BMW 318
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1994 BMW 318. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 1994 BMW 318. Newest first.
The adhesive material of the two piece throttle body heater migrates into the circulation chamber causing build up of impurities and restriction of flow within the chamber. This condition and water vapors from the crank that freezes at low ambient air temperatures prevents the throttle plate from closing as the driver releases the gas pedal, causing loss of…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If loss of throttle control from the frozen throttle body occurs while the vehicle IS in motion, a vehicle crash could occur.
Remedy
BMW dealers will replace the throttle body heater with a modified heater.
Owner complaints
20 complaints2 involved a crash6 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system › Ignition › Module · Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors
Water drained into electronic control module, causing an electrical shortage, and resulting in vehicle stalling.also, leaving fuel injectors open, could cause fuel leakage. please give any further details.*ak
- Electrical system › Ignition › Module
When there IS a heavy down pour or taking car to the car wash, the computer gets wet which won't allow the vehicle to start. contacted dealer. Dealer had the computer replaced. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
I have experienced the same problem for many times ( repeatable ). I am really hoping that you can help me to investigate this problem. the problem IS that the fuel gauge does not show accurate level of the fuel in the tank. I have two different dealers to try tackle this problem and solve them…
I have experienced the same problem for many times ( repeatable ). I am really hoping that you can help me to investigate this problem. the problem IS that the fuel gauge does not show accurate level of the fuel in the tank. I have two different dealers to try tackle this problem and solve them; however, I am still experiencing it right now. it's a quality issue. thank you for your time and consideration in investigating this matter for me and other owner who may not want to report this matter to you. *ak
- Structure › Frame and members
Defective spot welds at the firewall and driver's side door causing clunking noise. problem was serviced but unable to be fixed.
- Visibility › Windshield
Bumper around windshield flaked off in 3 years. Presently, the bumper IS gone, and water IS entering into the wiring harness, which may cause electrical problems. please provide further information. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system · Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
No summary provided by consumer
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Profile gasket failed, causing the engine to overheat. Much of the antifreeze leaked onto the roadway. Other gaskets, etc. Also had to be replaced: valve cover gaskets, thermostat, intake manifold gas, throttle body gasket, exhaust pipe gasket, valve cover gasket, chain tensioner, and more. The…
Profile gasket failed, causing the engine to overheat. Much of the antifreeze leaked onto the roadway. Other gaskets, etc. Also had to be replaced: valve cover gaskets, thermostat, intake manifold gas, throttle body gasket, exhaust pipe gasket, valve cover gasket, chain tensioner, and more. The repair bill was $950 in labor and $426.00 in parts. In researching the internet and the nhtsa web site, I found many other BMW 318 owners that had the same problem; most of them with 1993 models. I spoke to the dealer and BMW customer service and they say they can't do anything because the car IS no longer under warranty.
- Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers
Water leaking into the e-box on several occasions. Bulletin 410393.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Profile gasket failed, leaking all of the coolant from the engine.
- Air bags › Frontal
During frontal impact at speeds of 30mph, the driver's and passenger's side air bags did not deploy. *ak
- Air bags
Air bag warning light keeps coming on. *Dsh
- Electrical system › Ignition
Intermittent stalling. *ak
- Electrical system › Ignition
Intermittent stalling. *skd
- Electrical system › Wiring
Put car in reverse, electrical system shut down, occupants were trapped inside. tt
- Electrical system › Ignition › Module
Intermittent stalling. *tw
- Electrical system › Ignition
Intermittent stalling. *tw
- Air bags · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Antilock brakes failed, causing accident. *aw
- Electrical system › Ignition
The car died in the middle of traffic for no reason. Please explain. tt
- Power train › Automatic transmission · Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
Vehicle experiences transmission problem when starting from a complete stop. tt
- Electrical system · Structure › Body › Door
Electrical system failure, power door failure. tt
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 3011500Unknown
- 50897Recall 96v111 - this recall campaign involves the brake light switch.
- 50678Child airbag letter, warning label and safety reference card.
- 42053Ratcheting/clicking noise from a/c compressor after turn-off.
- 39806Dash warping above center vent.
- 39804Internal software problem in zae control module causing srs warning lamp illumination.
- 39114Engine will not start, primarily during cold weather or high altitude.
Every BMW 318 model year
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