MYRModel Year Report

1991 BMW 318IS

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1991 BMW 318IS
RENDERED 2026-11-01T18:24:08.376Z

Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
6

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1991: 6 complaints 1991 6 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 13 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997
1991: 6 complaints 1991 6 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 13 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997
1991: 6 complaints 1991 6 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 13 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997

1991: 6 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19916
19923
199313
19945
19953
19960
19972

Known problem areas

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

6 of 6 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and cooling system.

Show complaint excerpts

The head gasket was replaced twice.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-19

While driving at high speed, 65MPH, the profile gasket in my engine failed. Large amounts of steam came out of the engine compartment and resulted in a condition of almost zero visibility.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-02-28

Engine gasket failure, causing a sudden loss of coolant on the roadway under the driving wheels.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-03-25

Visibility

1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1991-07-23Air bags91V054000 During testing, incorrectly installed driver-side knee bolster prevented steering column from moving forward as designed to absorb impact energy from driver dummy.

    Remedy: Repair the knee bolster to allow clearance and avoid impedance of steering column movement during frontal impact.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1991 BMW 318IS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 91V054000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1991 BMW 318IS 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 1991 BMW 318IS?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 BMW 318IS have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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