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2001 BMW 318 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2001 BMW 318, but owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
6
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 BMW 318 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 BMW 318 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine and Engine Cooling5
Suspension1

Most reported parts

  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Fan — 3
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 2
  • Suspension › Front › Control Arm — 1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 BMW 318 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Aug 17, 2001
New bmw combusted -- electrical fire due to defect in fan assembly already known to bmw. Had I been driving the car at the time, it would have resulted in a fatality.
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Jun 15, 2001
My car was simply idling in a parking lot with the A/C on for a few minutes when I returned to find my car with smoke billowing from under the hood. I immediately ran to the car and turned it off. I noticed the temperature gauge was all the way to the red zone. I then noticed radiator fluid spilling to the ground. I opened the hood of the car and noticed the fluid was releasing from the radiator cap. My car was towed to the dealer and they replaced the cooling fan. This is not an isolated incident. I have read numerous incidents on the internet of people's cooling fans failing and their bmw's…
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Jun 7, 2001
Multiple complaints of overheating for same model due to failure of auxiliary cooling fan as noted on internet bulletin board www.bimmer.org in recent weeks/months
Suspension · reported Apr 20, 2001
After hearing unusual noises coming from the front suspension, the dealer replaced the control arms. Similar noises are now coming from the back but the source has not been determined yet. I AM concerned with safety and reliability of this product.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 BMW 318 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2001 BMW 318 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 BMW 318?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (5 reports), followed by suspension (1).

Are BMW recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.