1994 BMW 318 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1994 BMW 318 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (10 reports).

1Recalls
20Owner 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.

1994 BMW 318 recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Recall 94V037Feb 17, 199423,500 vehicles affected

Most common 1994 BMW 318 problems

Problem areas named in the 20 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System10
Air Bags4
Engine And Engine Cooling3
Fuel System, Gasoline3
Structure2
Vehicle Speed Control1
Power Train1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Visibility1

What owners report

2001-05-23, Electrical System
WATER DRAINED INTO ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE, CAUSING AN ELECTRICAL SHORTAGE, AND RESULTING IN VEHICLE STALLING.ALSO, LEAVING FUEL INJECTORS OPEN, COULD CAUSE FUEL LEAKAGE. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
2000-01-31, Electrical System
WHEN THERE IS A HEAVY DOWN POUR OR TAKING CAR TO THE CAR WASH, THE COMPUTER GETS WET WHICH WON'T ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO START. CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER HAD THE COMPUTER REPLACED. *AK
1999-11-17, Fuel System, Gasoline
I HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM FOR MANY TIMES ( REPEATABLE ). I AM REALLY HOPING THAT YOU CAN HELP ME TO INVESTIGATE THIS PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM IS THAT THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT SHOW ACCURATE LEVEL OF THE FUEL IN THE TANK. I HAVE TWO DIFFERENT DEALERS TO TRY TACKLE THIS PROBLEM AND SOLVE THEM; HOWEVER, I AM STILL EXPERIENCING IT RIGHT NOW. IT'S A QUALITY ISSUE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND CONSIDERATION IN INVESTIGATING THIS MATTER FOR ME AND OTHER OWNER WHO MAY NOT WANT TO REPORT THIS MATTER TO YOU. *AK
1999-09-08, Structure
DEFECTIVE SPOT WELDS AT THE FIREWALL AND DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR CAUSING CLUNKING NOISE. PROBLEM WAS SERVICED BUT UNABLE TO BE FIXED.
1999-05-18, Visibility
BUMPER AROUND WINDSHIELD FLAKED OFF IN 3 YEARS. PRESENTLY, THE BUMPER IS GONE, AND WATER IS ENTERING INTO THE WIRING HARNESS, WHICH MAY CAUSE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

1994 BMW 318 questions

Does the 1994 BMW 318 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1994 BMW 318: Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1994 BMW 318?

Based on 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (10), Air Bags (4), Engine And Engine Cooling (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 1994 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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