1990 BMW 318 Problems: 1 Complaint, 1 Recall

The worst 1990 BMW 318 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Fuel system
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Fuel system
1

Recalls 1

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported April 11, 1994 · 116,300 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: 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.

Recall number 94V066000 · Recall details

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Defect investigations

Heater core failureOpened June 2, 1992, closed March 30, 1993

There is no summary currently available

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Technical service bulletins for the 1990 BMW 318 4

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Oct 1, 1996 Service bulletinRecall 96V110 - bmw of north america has initiated a recall campaign which involves the airbag contact...
Oct 1, 1996 Service bulletinRecall 96V111 - this recall campaign involves the brake light switch. tw
Jan 1, 1995 Service bulletinEngine will not start. tw
Apr 1, 1993 Service bulletinNew style steering column. tw

What 1990 BMW 318 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 29, 1996 · Fuel system · CA

The fumes of gasoline seem to be degrading the plastic membrane of the plastic fuel tank (fuel tank is bubling)

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Questions about the 1990 BMW 318

Is the 1990 BMW 318 reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1990 BMW 318, fewer than a typical 318 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1990 BMW 318?

Fuel and propulsion system, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 1990 BMW 318 have?

1 recall, covering fuel system, gasoline.

Was there a recall on the 1990 BMW 318 fuel system?

Yes, 1 recall: 94V066000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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1990 BMW 318 problems