CarRecallWatchThe 1997 BMW 318is has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (1 report).
1Recalls
2Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
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1997 BMW 318is recalls
Most common 1997 BMW 318is problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
What owners report
WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, SUDDENLY A POPPING NOISE OCCURRED IN THE FRONT END, THE STEERING WHEEL SHUTTERED BECAUSE VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED WITH ASC PLUS T (AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL PLUS TRACTION) AND IT WAS TRYING TO GAIN BACK CONTROL. THIS RESULTED IN THE DRIVER CRASHING INTO A TREE HEAD ON. DRIVER SIDE TIE ROD BROKE WHICH CAUSED THIS TO OCCUR. NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED, UPON IMPACT, AIR BAG DEPLOYED.. THE CAUSE OF THE TIE ROD BREAKING WAS STILL BE INVESTIGATED.*AK
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND CRUISE CONTROL WON'T RELEASE. ALSO, AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH BOARD. *AK
1997 BMW 318is questions
Does the 1997 BMW 318is have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1997 BMW 318is: Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 BMW 318is?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (1), Steering (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 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.