1993 BMW 318 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1993 BMW 318 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 5 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (13 reports).

2Recalls
17Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your 318?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1993 BMW 318 recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Recall 94V066Apr 11, 1994116,300 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Recall 94V037Feb 17, 199423,500 vehicles affected

Most common 1993 BMW 318 problems

Problem areas named in the 17 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling13
Air Bags2
Electrical System1
Seat Belts1

What owners report

1999-12-08, Engine And Engine Cooling
ENGINE LOST COOLANT, ENGINE MELTED, REPLACED ENGINE. *AK
1999-03-02, Engine And Engine Cooling
PROFILE GASKET LEAK.
1998-10-10, Engine And Engine Cooling
ENGINE HEAD GASKET FAILED.
1998-05-08, Engine And Engine Cooling
ENGINE TIMING CASE PROFILE GASKET FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY VEER FROM THE THIRD LANE TO THE SHOULDER BY THE FIRST LANE.
1997-12-29, Engine And Engine Cooling
PROFILE CASE GASKET FAILED, CAUSING ALL ENGINE FLUID TO SPILL ONTO FREEWAY AT SPEED. THIS IS A FACTORY DEFECT WHICH NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED BEFORE IT CAN CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. *AK

1993 BMW 318 questions

Does the 1993 BMW 318 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1993 BMW 318: Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1993 BMW 318?

Based on 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (13), Air Bags (2), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1993 BMW 318 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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