1995 BMW 318IC Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 318IC years
- Not enough data 1st of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 BMW 318IC. That is the most of any 318IC model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 25%). Complaints mention 1 fire, 1 injury. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1995 BMW 318IC problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 25% | 98,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1995 BMW 318IC recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Problem: 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.
Fix: Dealers will install a new design radiator cap to control pressure and provide greater coolant overflow in the event of overheating.
Vehicle speed control
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: An overstatement was made of the vehicle load capacity and designated seating capacity on the tire information placard. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 110, "tire selection and rims."
Risk: Consequence of non-compliance: loading of the vehicle beyond the capacity weight can cause tire and vehicle damage that can result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Owners will be mailed a revised placard containg the correct vehicle and designated seating capacities and instructions for installing the placard on their vehicles. If owners prefer, their dealer can install the placard for them.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I purchased a 318ic from a used car lot and the vehicle caught fire. I have obtained information on the vehicle which the dealer should have made me aware of, including recall information. The recall and the information was not disclosed. The vehicle caught fire as a result of the obtained…
The two front seat belts and the two rear seat belts did not retract. Dealer informed the consumer that the seat belt system needed to be replaced. *ak
When cruise control is set the only way to turn off is to manually pull handle down. Brake pedal will not release cruise control. Took to dealer, and they said it was brake light switch. Please provide any further information.*ak
Bmw 3 series +z3 knowm to have this problem/dealer wouldn't fix not under warranty had to fix it myself. No safety defect listed. *ak
Other BMW 318IC years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 318IC | 2 | 0 |
| 2001 318IC | 2 | 0 |
| 2000 318IC | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 318IC | 1 | 1 |
| 1996 318IC | 2 | 1 |
| 1995 | 4 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1995 BMW 318IC?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, exterior lighting problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1995 BMW 318IC?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1995 BMW 318IC a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 318IC model years, the 1995 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.