1990 BMW 535 Problems: 4 Complaints, 2 Recalls

The worst 1990 BMW 535 problems

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

Electrical
2
Brakes
1
Visibility
1

Problems by type

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Electrical
2
Brakes
1
Visibility
1

Recalls 2

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

Seat belts: front: buckle assemblyReported January 30, 1990 · 62,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Under certain conditions, front seat center, fold-down arm rest may contact the safety belt buckle, causing damage to the release button and preventing the belt tongue from latching when buckling up.
Risk: Occupant would not be properly restrained and could be injured in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
Remedy: Replace front seat safety belt buckles with shorter version that will not contact the armrests. Note: owner notification date; 2/90 is prepared in draft form.

Recall number 90V016000 · 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 535 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.
Oct 1, 1996 Service bulletinRecall 96V110 - bmw of north america has initiated a recall campaign which involves the airbag contact...
Jan 1, 1995 Service bulletinEngine will not start. tw
Aug 1, 1993 Service bulletinFeed fuel hoses update. tw
Apr 1, 1993 Service bulletinNew style steering column. tw

What 1990 BMW 535 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 30, 1999 · Visibility · MI

Vehicle was not included in recall 98v178000. Please give any further details.

Filed Mar 24, 1998 · Brakes · CA

While driving vehicle about 60 MPH on the highway when the consumer steps on the brakes, the computer shows the brakes lights are not working.

Filed Apr 5, 1996 · Electrical · OH

Interior vehicle fire caused by the electrical system underneath the power seats.

Filed May 15, 1995 · Electrical · CA

Electrical system shut down, causing vehicle to stall/ power door lock failure, preventing passenger from exiting vehicle.

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Questions about the 1990 BMW 535

Is the 1990 BMW 535 reliable?

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 1990 BMW 535, 4.0 times a typical 535 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1990 BMW 535?

Electrical system, with 2 complaints. Next is brakes (1).

How many recalls does the 1990 BMW 535 have?

2 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline and seat belts.

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1990 BMW 535 problems