1997 BMW 318I
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1997 BMW 318I. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 1997 BMW 318I. Newest first.
The cruise control and throttle cables are attached to the same throttle valve actuating lever at the throttle housing. it IS possible that the plastic bushing on either cable could break due to environmental influences coupled with vibration. if the bushing breaks, the outer cable housing can separate from the bushing. in this case, during application…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could cause the throttle valve to remain partially open. it his were to occur, the car might not decelerate as expected increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a spring steel clip on the outer tube of each cable in the area of the adjusting screw and plastic bushing. the clip IS designed to prevent the outer tube from dislodging from the bushing.
Owner complaints
5 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor
While driving 65 mph engine check light remained on, and exhaust fumes were coming into the vehicle while the windows were closed. Consumer stated there was a recall on website concerning the catalytic converter oxygen sensor . Not able to locate that information in our data base. *Ak
- Electrical system › Ignition
Consumer called complaining about having problems with the ignition switch. Also stated that when this happened she could not turn the vehicle off. Dealer was contacted and stated that IS a manufacturer defect and to call this agency and report it. *ph
- Electrical system
Board level failure on automatic temperature control unit. Failure so widespread that no oem or renewed parts dealer has inventory. *nlm
- Tires › Tread/belt
Original equipment on a 1998, BMW, 318I with 30283 miles. Driving 65 mph consumer heard noise coming from passenger's rear of vehicle. Tire tread had separated, causing $ 4000.00 damage to vehicle.*ak continental touring 205/60r15 91H CH95
- Tires · Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater core
Possible design of all four tires experienced failure (michelin 185/65r15). *yc
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.
- 10249437The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- 6089811Rough idle
- 600874Information on evaporative emission control and fuel filler cap / filler door labels.
- 600300Various information regarding deactivation of airbags.
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