MYRModel Year Report

1995 BMW 318I

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1995 BMW 318I
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:03:03.722Z

Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
14

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1995

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1984: 5 complaints 1984 1985: 7 complaints 1991: 8 complaints 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1993: 11 complaints 1993 1994: 14 complaints 1995: 14 complaints 1995 14 1996: 3 complaints 1997: 5 complaints 1997 1998: 8 complaints 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2003: 3 complaints
1984: 5 complaints 1984 1985: 7 complaints 1985 1991: 8 complaints 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1993: 11 complaints 1993 1994: 14 complaints 1994 1995: 14 complaints 1995 14 1996: 3 complaints 1996 1997: 5 complaints 1997 1998: 8 complaints 1998 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2003: 3 complaints 2003
1984: 5 complaints 1984 1985: 7 complaints 1985 1991: 8 complaints 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1993: 11 complaints 1993 1994: 14 complaints 1994 1995: 14 complaints 1995 14 1996: 3 complaints 1996 1997: 5 complaints 1997 1998: 8 complaints 1998 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2003: 3 complaints 2003

1995: 14 complaints

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YearComplaints
19845
19857
19918
19928
199311
199414
199514
19963
19975
19988
20014
20033

Known problem areas

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Air bags

5 of 14 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASHINJURY
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Consumer states that when hit at a low speed in the front center of the vehicle the air bag did not deploy causing minor injuries to the consumer. Dealer notified.…

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-05

Air bag light comes on when the car is started and leaves the car disfunctional.dealeer has yet to be contacted.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-08-25

Electrical system

3 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing switch.

FIRE
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Consumer stated under rainy conditions, the vehicle's floor boards fill with water. This shorted out the computer when the vehicle was started which resulted in a fire. Please provide any further information.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-08

The gas pedal is stuck and cannot stop and RPM are red lining. Car is unsafe to drive. Luckily I was pulling into work to park and that's when the gas pedal got stuck and the engine started revving up high to 500 RPM.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-12-19

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Vehicle speed control

2 of 14 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASHINJURY
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While pulling up to the curb to let a passenger out driver's front floor mat pushed up against the gas pedal and caused car to accelerate.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-15

Wheels

1 of 14 total reports mentions: wheels, most commonly citing lugs/nuts/bolts/studs.

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Overtightened lug nuts caused bolts to be severed.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-08-21

Visibility

1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing power window devices and controls.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1997-10-30Vehicle speed control97V131000 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…

    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…

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    1999-03-31Engine and engine cooling98V178000 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a new design radiator cap to control pressure and provide greater coolant overflow in the event of overheating.

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Buy-smart checklist

1995 BMW 318I — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 97V131000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 98V178000 · Engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1995 BMW 318I reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1995 BMW 318I?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 BMW 318I have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.