1989 BMW 535I Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 33%of 6 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the visibility of the 1989 BMW 535I, 33% of the 6 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Vehicle recalled for coolant cap replacement to prevent rupture of heater core and injuries to passengers. Heater core on vehicle is currently leaking. I contacted Bmw customer relations to inquire if heater core would be replaced when recall was performed. I was told to contact a local dealer. The local dealer told me that heater cores were replaced on a case by case basis and this vehicle did not fit the criteria for a replacement under Bmw goodwill. This vehicle is in excellent condition and was well cared for by the previous owner. …”
NHTSA complaint #700590, filed 1998-11“Radiator was replaced due to overheating. Also, heating core was found to be cracked, and antifreeze was sprouting out. Received recall 93v015000 notice. Contacted manufacturer, and was informed no replacement to radiator.”
NHTSA complaint #888373, filed 2001-05Related service bulletins
- 10249437Jan 16, 2024The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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