CarRecallWatchThe 1990 BMW 525 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Seats (3 reports).
1990 BMW 525 recalls
Most common 1990 BMW 525 problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seats | 3 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
DRIVER'S SEAT BELT FAILED TO UNLOCK AFTER USE. LOCKING MECHANISM BROKE. ALSO, SEAT ADJUSTER RAIL HAD COLLAPSED, CAUSING SEAT TO LEAN TOWARDS THE RIGHT WHEN GOING UP HILL. TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER TO CHECK. *AK
COOLING SYSTEM FAILED DUE TO EXCESSIVE PRESSURE. SAID DEFECT IS NOW THE SUBJECT OF A RECALL TO FIX THE ADMITTED DEFECT BY BMW OF NORTH AMERICA INC, RECALL NO. 98V-178000. *AK
BRAKE LIGHTS MALFUNCTIONED; ALSO COULD NOT OPEN UNLOCKED DOOR FROM INSIDE/DRIVER'S SEAT WOBBLED AND SEA THEATER OVERHEATED, BURNING DRIVER. *AK
THE VEHICLE LOST STEERING POWER WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE IN A RAIN STORM. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
PERSISTENT GAS FUMES IN PASSENGER AREA, DUE TO FUEL LINE HOSE/FITTINGS AFTER RECALL. (94V066000) *DH
1990 BMW 525 questions
Does the 1990 BMW 525 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1990 BMW 525: Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 BMW 525?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seats (3), Steering (2), Seat Belts (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1990 BMW 525 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.