1995 BMW 318I Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1995 BMW 318I. 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.

• 98V178000Aug 4, 1998340,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
  Covers: BMW 318I 1992–1995, 735I 1988–1995, 735ILA 1988–1995 +28 more

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A malfunction or failure of a coolant system component, such as a thermostat, water pump, or fan belt, can result in significantly increased coolant temperature and system pressure. If the indications of a critical overheating condition is not noticed by the driver, it is possible that damage to, or failure of, a coolant system component could occur.

  Possible consequence: If a crack were to form or a seam were to separate in the heater core end piece, hot coolant could suddenly be expelled, increasing the risk of personal injury to a vehicle occupant.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a new design radiator cap to control pressure and provide greater coolant overflow in the event of overheating.

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• 97V131000Aug 19, 1997410,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Vehicle speed control
  Covers: BMW 318I 1992–1997, 525I 1989–1995, 318IS 1992–1997 +12 more

  Reported issue: The cruise control and throttle cables are attached to the same throttle valve actuating lever at the throttle housing. It is possible that the plastic bushing on either cable could break due to environmental influences coupled with vibration. If the bushing breaks, the outer cable housing can separate from the bushing. In this case, during application of the throttle pedal without cruise control being engaged, the…

  Possible consequence: This could cause the throttle valve to remain partially open. It his were to occur, the car might not decelerate as expected increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a spring steel clip on the outer tube of each cable in the area of the adjusting screw and plastic bushing. The clip is designed to prevent the outer tube from dislodging from the bushing.

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