1993 BMW 318 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1993 BMW 318. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 94V066000Apr 11, 1994116,300 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: BMW 318 1989–1993, 525 1989–1993, 325 1989–1993 +2 more

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: Fuel seepage between the feed fuel hose and the engine fitting can result in free fuel in the engine compartment, which could result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition.

  Remedy: A redesigned feed fuel hose and hose clamp will be installed to alleviate the fuel seepage.

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• 94V037000Feb 17, 199423,500 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
  Covers: BMW 318 1992–1994

  Reported issue: 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 temperatures prevents the throttle plate from closing as the driver releases the gas pedal, causing loss of throttle control.

  Possible consequence: If loss of throttle control from the frozen throttle body occurs while the vehicle is in motion, a vehicle crash could occur.

  Remedy: Bmw dealers will replace the throttle body heater with a modified heater.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA95013Air bag wiring failureClosed · Mar 31, 1995

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