1978 BMW 320I
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1978 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 1978 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.
Due to a material stuctural defect, the rubber seal between the metal valve stem and rim allows slow seepage of air around the valve base.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will replace defective metal tire valve stems and rubber seals with new ones, at no cost to the customer.
Owner complaints
2 complaints2 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly · Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater core
After driving at 30 mph and sitting at a stop sign heater core exploded. scalding hot water gushed from beneath the dash board. Consumer sustained third degree burns on the legs and feet. the seat belt latch would not come undone at the time of the incident. *ak
- Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater core
The heater core ruptured causing servere injury to driving which resulted in property damage. *yc
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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