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1991 BMW 525I recalls

The 1991 BMW 525I is affected by 4 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

At a glance

Recall campaigns
4
Most recent
August 4, 1998

Source: NHTSA recall records

Recall campaigns

CampaignReportedPartProblemVehicles
98V-178 August 4, 1998 Engine and engine cooling (cooling system) 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… 340,000
97V-131 August 19, 1997 Vehicle speed control 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… 410,000
96V-110 July 1, 1996 Air bags (frontal) The air bag contact ring locking tab located in the steering wheel assembly can break without warning. 75,000
96V-111 July 1, 1996 Exterior lighting (brake lights, switch) The brake light switch can fail allowing the switch to remain in the "brake lights off" position or in the "brake lights on" position. 180,000

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