1993 BMW 525 Problems: 3 Complaints, 1 Recall

The worst 1993 BMW 525 problems

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

Acceleration
2
Brakes
1
Electrical
1

Problems by type

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Acceleration
2
Brakes
1
Electrical
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

Air bag wiring failureOpened March 31, 1995, closed July 15, 1996

There is no summary currently available

EA95013

Technical service bulletins for the 1993 BMW 525 5

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

Jan 16, 2024 Service bulletinThe basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Nov 1, 1996 Service bulletinWind noise diagnostics
Oct 1, 1996 Service bulletinRecall 96V111 - this recall campaign involves the brake light switch
Jan 1, 1995 Service bulletinEngine will not start, primarily during cold weather or high altitude
Aug 1, 1993 Service bulletinFeed fuel hoses update

What 1993 BMW 525 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 9, 2001 · Acceleration · FL

When applying brakes vehicle races to very high rpms. It appears that vehicle will suddenly accelerate. *ak the dealer indicated that diagnosis would be done if the condition reoccurs. The condition did not reoccur, according to the consumer.

Filed Jun 2, 1999 · Acceleration, Brakes · MI

Throttle stuck wide-open after full-throttle acceleration on to expressway. Was unable to slow the vehicle without switching-off ignition. Brakes were damaged due to excessive overheating. Potential safety issue.

Filed Nov 25, 1996 · Electrical · FL

The orginal battery located under the rear seat cushion exploded, causing a very bad fumes/odor inside the vehiicle.

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Questions about the 1993 BMW 525

Is the 1993 BMW 525 reliable?

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1993 BMW 525, close to a typical 525 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1993 BMW 525?

Acceleration and speed control, with 2 complaints. Next is brakes (1).

How many recalls does the 1993 BMW 525 have?

1 recall, covering fuel system, gasoline.

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1993 BMW 525 problems