CarRecallWatchThe 1991 BMW 318is has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (6 reports).
1Recalls
6Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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1991 BMW 318is recalls
Most common 1991 BMW 318is problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 |
| Visibility | 1 |
What owners report
THE HEAD GASKET WAS REPLACED TWICE. *JB
THIS HAS BEEN A WIDELY REPORTED FAILURE ON EARLY 1990S 318 MODELS. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK
TIMING CASE PROFILE GASKET FAILURE IS VERH HIGH FOR THE MOTOR. UNEXPECTED LOSS OF ENGINE COOLANT, WHICH LEAKS SLOWLY OR ALL AT ONCE IS DUE TO GASKETS DESIGN.
WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH SPEED, 65MPH, THE PROFILE GASKET IN MY ENGINE FAILED. LARGE AMOUNTS OF STEAM CAME OUT OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND RESULTED IN A CONDITION OF ALMOST ZERO VISIBILITY. MY WINDSHIELD WAS COVERED WITH ANTIFREEZE AND I COULD NOT SEE THROUGHT HE STEAM. I BELIEVE THIS FAILURE TO BE A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE.
ENGINE GASKET FAILURE, CAUSING A SUDDEN LOSS OF COOLANT ON THE ROADWAY UNDER THE DRIVING WHEELS.
1991 BMW 318is questions
Does the 1991 BMW 318is have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1991 BMW 318is: Air Bags:Knee Bolster. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1991 BMW 318is?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (6), Visibility (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1991 BMW 318is 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.