1990 BMW 535
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1990 BMW 535. Newest first.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
A redesigned feed fuel hose and hose clamp will be installed to alleviate the fuel seepage.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Occupant would not be properly restrained and could be injured in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
Remedy
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.
Owner complaints
4 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater core
Vehicle was not included in recall 98v178000. please give any further details. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While driving vehicle about 60 mph on the highway when the consumer steps on the brakes, the computer shows the brakes lights are not working. *ak
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash
Interior vehicle fire caused by the electrical system underneath the power seats. *ak
- Electrical system
Electrical system shut down, causing vehicle to stall/ power door lock failure, preventing passenger from exiting vehicle. *skd
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Heater core failure
There is no summary currently available
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.
- 50896Recall 96v110 - BMW of north america has initiated a recall campaign which involves the airbag contact ring locking tab.
- 39557New style steering column.
- 39552Feed fuel hoses update.
- 39115Engine will not start.
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