Cars RPM will not stay stable . Go up @down when idling. Check engine light comes on goes out when accelerating. Replace thermostat . Radiator. Fan and fuel pump prior to this due to car over heating then came failure of cracked cylinder in engine. Still no mechanic can diagnosis even with computer scope help.
The worst 1995 BMW 325IS problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine3
- Airbags1
- Suspension1
Problems by type
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- Engine3
- Airbags1
- Suspension1
Recalls 2
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 98V178000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- 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 outer tube could catch on the edge of the broken bushing.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 97V131000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1995 BMW 325IS 1
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What 1995 BMW 325IS owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt*: the contact stated while backing up out of a driveway at 5 MPH, a noise was heard. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed the rear passenger side wheel separated from the control arm support. The bolts that attached the wheel were fractured. Prior to the incident, there were no warning lights to alert the contact. The dealership was contacted who informed the contact the repair must be covered at the contact's expense. The manufacturer was also contacted who coincided with the dealership. The contact expressed concern because this type of failure at higher speeds could result in fatal consequences and the manufacturer should be responsible for such defect. The vehicle remained inoperable since the incident occurred. The consumer discovered the control arm that secured the passenger side wheel to the sub frame had separated from the sub frame. There were 3 bolts that secured the control arm to the sub frame and one of the bolts had sheared, while the other two had ripped completely from the sub frame; not only had the bolts ripped from the frame, but they pulled through the female section to which they were bolted. Updated 07/16/07.
The radiator malfunctioned about a month ago. It was fixed by an independent mechanic. Consumer noticed that this has happened to other consumers in the area.
The vehicle was involved in a frontal collision, and the air bags failed to deploy, the consumer was injured.
Consumer received recall 98v178000/ manufacturer's recall # same/ coolant system. Consumer took vehicle to ferma bmw on us19 in safety harbor, florida where they denied doing recall work. A mechanic looked at vehicle and engine had cracks from being overheated. Also, consumer stated that vehicle can't be moved to home driveway.
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Questions about the 1995 BMW 325IS
Is the 1995 BMW 325IS reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1995 BMW 325IS, fewer than a typical 325IS model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 BMW 325IS?
Engine and cooling, with 3 complaints. Next is airbags (1).
How many recalls does the 1995 BMW 325IS have?
2 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling and vehicle speed control.
Was there a recall on the 1995 BMW 325IS engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 98V178000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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