Recall 94V-066
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE recalled the 1990 to 1993 BMW 318 and 4 other models: Fuel system, gasoline (delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 94V-066
- Reported
- April 11, 1994
- Vehicles affected
- 116,300 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
A redesigned feed fuel hose and hose clamp will be installed to alleviate the fuel seepage.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: fuel; fuel line fittings; metallic.vehicle description: passenger vehicles; models 318I, 318si, 318ic, 325I, 325is, 325ix, 325ic, 525I, 535I, 735I and 735il.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge, or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact BMW at 1-[removed]. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].