1996 BMW 318i Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1996 BMW 318i recalls

Most common 1996 BMW 318i problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	2
Power Train	1

What owners report

2003-05-08, Power Train
WHEN THE CONSUMER SHIFTED GEARS, THE GEAR WENT INTO NEUTRAL. *JB REPLACED MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND THROW-OUT BEARING DUE TO EXCESSIVE WEAR . *TT

2002-05-30, Air Bags
CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40MPH, SHE HIT A CEMENT WALL AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*JB VEHICLE TOTALLED AND CONSUMER WAS INJURED.. *TT

1999-09-03, Air Bags
WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT AND LOST CONTROL. HIT AN EMBANKMENT. UPON IMPACT, DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, WHICH DID NOT PROTECT THE OCCUPANT IN THIS CRASH. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

1996 BMW 318i questions

Does the 1996 BMW 318i have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1996 BMW 318i: Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1996 BMW 318i?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (2), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1996 BMW 318i 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.