1994 BMW 840CI Problems: 1 Complaint, 2 Recalls

The worst 1994 BMW 840CI problems

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

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Vehicle speed controlReported August 19, 1997 · 410,000 vehicles affected

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

Visibility: power window devices and controlsReported January 27, 1994 · 1,400 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The remote activation device can close windows and sunroof from a distance greater than the maximum (6 meters) permitted by fmvss no.118, "power operated window systems."
Risk: Consequence of non-compliance: this could allow windows or sunroofs to be closed on an arm or neck of an individual when the remote device operator is not within the immediate vicinity.
Remedy: Replace the inside rear view mirror which has the activation receiver with one whose receiver will control the door locking and theft alarm, but will not permit remote operation of the windows and sunroof.

Recall number 94V017000 · Recall details

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

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 22, 2002 · Lights · TN

Headlight adjusters have fallen off while driving, unable to ajust headlight. *ak *yh

Is the 1994 BMW 840CI reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1994 BMW 840CI, close to a typical 840CI model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1994 BMW 840CI?

Lights, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 1994 BMW 840CI have?

2 recalls, covering vehicle speed control and visibility.

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