1993 BMW 318 Problems
- Complaints
- 17filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1993 BMW 318 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 17 consumer complaints for the 1993 BMW 318. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 13 complaints (76% of the total), followed by air bags (2) and electrical system (1). Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 5 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Air bags complaints overlap with 1 NHTSA investigation filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine cooling13 76%
- Air bags2 12%
- Electrical system1 5.9%
- Seat belts1 5.9%
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “Profile case gasket failed, causing all engine fluid to spill onto freeway at speed. This is a factory defect which needs to be addressed before it can cause a serious accident.”
NHTSA complaint #522517, filed 1997-12Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 94V066000Apr 11, 1994Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: BMW 318 1989–1993, 525 1989–1993, 325 1989–1993 +2 more
Feed fuel hoses can harden and "set" over time, allowing a seepage of fuel at the connection between the hose and the engine fitting. The clamp used to hold the hose to the fitting is unable to compensate for the hardening of the feed fuel hose.
- 94V037000Feb 17, 1994Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection systemCovers: BMW 318 1992–1994
The adhesive material of the two piece throttle body heater migrates into the circulation chamber causing build up of impurities and restriction of flow within the chamber. This condition and water vapors from the crank that freezes at low ambient air…
Recall details for the 1993 BMW 318 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- EA95013Air bag wiring failureClosed · Mar 31, 1995
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1993 BMW 318.
Other model years of the BMW 318
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 6 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1997 | 5 | 218,800 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1996 | 5 | 75,688 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1995 | 19 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1994 | 20 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1993 | 17 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1992 | 16 | — | 4 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1991 | 21 | — | 3 | — | — | — | Stable |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1993 BMW 318 have?
NHTSA recorded 17 consumer complaints for the 1993 BMW 318 as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1993 BMW 318 is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 13 complaints (76% of the total), followed by air bags with 2.
Has the 1993 BMW 318 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.