The vehicles cooling system failed prior to recall notice 98v‑178, the dealer refused repair stating that the heater core problem could not be related to the radiator cap recall, the vehicle experienced the same symptoms stated in the recall. Nlm
The worst 1991 BMW 735I problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine2
- Lights1
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- Engine2
- Lights1
Recalls 3
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
Air bags: frontal
- What is wrong
- The air bag contact ring locking tab located in the steering wheel assembly can break without warning.
- Risk
- If this happens, the contact ring wiring could eventually break. The air bag readiness indicator lamp (SRS or airbag) in the instrument cluster will illuminate, and the air bag would not deploy in the event of a frontal impact vehicle collision.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the locking tab with one of a different design.
Recall number 96V110000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch
- What is wrong
- The brake light switch can fail allowing the switch to remain in the "brake lights off" position or in the "brake lights on" position.
- Risk
- If this happens, the brake lights either will not operate or will be continuously on, regardless of brake pedal position. Following drivers would not be able to determine whether the vehicle is stopping, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the existing brake light switch with a newly designed switch.
Recall number 96V111000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1991 BMW 735I 2
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What 1991 BMW 735I owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (98v‑178) prior to recall notice resulting in additional damage to engine components. Mjs
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Questions about the 1991 BMW 735I
Is the 1991 BMW 735I reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1991 BMW 735I, fewer than a typical 735I model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 BMW 735I?
Engine and cooling, with 2 complaints. Next is lights (1).
How many recalls does the 1991 BMW 735I have?
3 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling, air bags and exterior lighting.
Was there a recall on the 1991 BMW 735I engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 98V178000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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