1990 BMW 535
2 recalls, 4 complaints - 6 TSBs
94V066000 Apr 11, 1994
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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.
90V016000 Jan 30, 1990
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Complaint Statistics
4 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE | 1 |
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE
Apr 30, 1999
VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL 98V178000. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Mar 24, 1998
Incident date: Feb 13, 1998
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. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Apr 5, 1996
Incident date: Mar 28, 1996
INTERIOR VEHICLE FIRE CAUSED BY THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM UNDERNEATH THE POWER SEATS. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 21, 1995
Incident date: Oct 2, 1991
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SHUT DOWN, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL/ POWER DOOR LOCK FAILURE, PREVENTING PASSENGER FROM EXITING VEHICLE. *SKD
Technical Service Bulletins, 1990 BMW 535
6 manufacturer communications from 5 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 1 |
| 072200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 1 |
| 011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR | 1 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 1 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 1 |
B510819
Jan 16, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B510819
Jan 16, 2024
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
MSG0415
Oct 1, 1996
140000 AIR BAGS
RECALL 96V110 - BMW OF NORTH AMERICA HAS INITIATED A RECALL CAMPAIGN WHICH INVOLVES THE AIRBAG CONTACT RING LOCKING TAB. *TW
120894(4117)
Jan 1, 1995
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
ENGINE WILL NOT START. *TW
130792(3700)
Aug 1, 1993
072200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
FEED FUEL HOSES UPDATE. *TW
320193(3752)
Apr 1, 1993
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
NEW STYLE STEERING COLUMN. *TW
BMW 535 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BMW 535 across all model years (1986, 1993).
10
Total Recalls
23
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
3
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths