While backing out of the parking lot vehicle suddenly accelerated. Driver applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. Driver was unable to maintain control of the vehicle , and it crashed into a parked vehicle. No injuries reported. Vehicle was towed and totaled by the insurance company.
The worst 1994 BMW 535I problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration1
- Seat belts1
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- Acceleration1
- Seat belts1
Recalls 1
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
Technical service bulletins for the 1994 BMW 535I 1
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1994 BMW 535I owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Driver's side seat belt does not buckle properly. The manufacturer has been notified. Seat belt will be repaired at the owner's expense.
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Questions about the 1994 BMW 535I
Is the 1994 BMW 535I reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1994 BMW 535I, fewer than a typical 535I model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1994 BMW 535I?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is seat belts (1).
How many recalls does the 1994 BMW 535I have?
1 recall, covering engine and engine cooling.
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