1977 BMW 320I
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1977 BMW 320I. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
4 recalls name the 1977 BMW 320I. Newest first.
When subjected to the extremely high temperatures that can occur in the engine compartment, the damper sleeves which cover the return springs of the accelerator control system can deform and prevent their returning the throttle to idle position after release of the accelerator pedal.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will replace the throttle return damper sleeves with new sleeves of high temperature-resistant plastic material.
The hex head bolt that connects the main wiring harness to terminal #30 may not have been tightened to the proper torque.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will remove the fuse panel and retighten the 5-MM hex head bolt in the main power terminal underneath the fuse panel, without charge to owner.
Due to the high fuel flow rate in the fuel system, conditions of extreme altitude, temperatures, or fuel contamination, may lead to the formation of fuel vapor bubbles.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will install an additional fuel pump in the right side of the fuel tank at no charge to owner.
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems". The two accelerator return springs located on top of engine may oscillate at high engine speeds, which may cause vibration noise and lead to premature spring fatigue and possible breakage. This may make it impossible for the accelerator…
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install rubber sleeves over the return springs to preclude oscillation, without charge to owner.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Spark plug fouling
Spark plug fouling
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.
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