1989 BMW 320 User Comment / Complaint

1995-10-12 Selma, AL

Replaced both seat belt holders/locks. view

1996-07-22 West Jordan, UT

No deployment of driver's air bag during an accident, resulting in an injury. view

1998-09-29 Omaha, NE

While driving the truck at any speed the truck pulls to right and makes a clunking noise when making a left turn. owner has been hearing the noise for about one week. dealer checked truck for problem, and stated that the right radius arm bushing is burned up. the radius arms bushing will be replaced at cost to owner. view

1998-09-29 Bentonville, VA

Pe95047; driver's door hinges rusted and pulled away from the body of the vehicle which may cause the door to fall off. view

1997-03-03 Erie, PA

This consumer has been trying to get a replacement jack for 14 months. please describe details. view

1997-03-03 Wilmar, MN

Owner has abs brakes, she states that she was involved in an accident and that when she went to apply brakes there were no brakes, ,she further notes that dealers cannot find the problem. view

1997-03-03 Concord, NH

Manual steering gear box locked up during ice storm, causing vehicle to run off the road into an embankment. view

1997-03-03 Norman, OK

Upon making a sudden stop in an emergency the brake pedal goes to the floor, causing extended stopping distance and loss of brake effectiveness, ea94-038; in addition, consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer was unable to find problem. view

1998-09-29 Baltimore, MD

Gas rail sits on top of engine (passenger side), at first i just smelled a whiff of gas occasionally, then the smell became stonger, gas was coming out of the gas rail, at times even squirting a small stream, gas was falling on hot, electrical engine components on top of engine, the running down the side. view

1997-03-04 Missouri City, TX

While vehicle was parked with ignition off it caught on fire under the hood. fire marshall stated the fire was electrical. vehicle was totalled. view

1997-03-04 Missouri City, TX

While vehicle was parked with ignition off it caught on fire under the hood. fire marshall stated that fire was electrical. vehicle was totalled. view

1997-03-03 Lake Worth, FL

Steering column failure, steering is very loose and making clicking noise, pe96-069 active. view

1996-07-22 Darien, CT

A/c condensor failure. view

1997-03-03 Hisperia, CA

Owner states that her weel hub seems to have too much play and that she may have a defective hub assembly. dealers said it may be a wheel bearing .owner is concerned for her safety. view

1997-03-03 N Huntingt, PA

Owner states upon filling vehicle with gas he smelled fumes and that he heard that their was a recall for a cracked fuel tank, owner states that he is having this problem, not part of a recall. view

1999-01-03 Stone Mt., GA

There is no way to safely install a child seat on this year model with the supplied seat belts view

1999-01-04 Pfafftown, NC

Consumer experienced problems witht engine. when turning vehicle off, noticed that it wouldn't restart. when consumer looked under the hood noticed that vehicle was in flames. fire department extinguished the fire. the manufacturer has yet to be contacted. view

1999-01-04 Moab, UT

While driving consumer smelled smoke. afterwards, noticed that smoke was coming from the under the hood. another driver extinguished the fire. the manufacturer has yet to be contacted. view

1999-01-04 Evansville, IN

On going/intermittent problem with vehicle brake pedal going to the floor; reason unknown. caused vehicle to rear end another vehicle in front of consumer. vehicle been in/out of dealer shop on four occasions, and was informed that nothing could be found. view

1999-01-04 Palmyrqa, PA

Consumer was driving aproximately 40 mph when a vehicle pulled out in front. upon impact, the air bags did not deploy, consumer's head hit the metal upright of driver's door. dealer and gmc said there was no defect. insurance inspector stated vehicle was hit at the center of radiator, and the air bag sensors were damaged, but no deploment. view

1999-01-04 Palmyrqa, PA

Consumer was driving aproximately 40 mph when a vehicle pulled out in front. upon impact, the air bags did not deploy, consumer's head hit the metal upright of driver's door. dealer and gmc said there was no defect. insurance inspector stated vehicle was hit at the center of radiator, and the air bag sensors were damaged, but no deploment. view

1999-01-04 Fort Colli, CO

Jack was not able to lift vehicle enough to change flat tire due to weak material design. view

1999-01-04 Hayward, CA

Ongoing problem with the design of the windshield /door support with the mirror assembly which causes blind spot to consumer whenever making a turn. dealer/ manufacturer contacted, but no response. view

1996-07-22 Superior, WI

Stabilizer failure. 8ak view

1998-09-29 Dekalb, IL

While vehicle was parked in the driveway heard a loud noise and noticed the vehicle was on fire. insurance company contacted the dealer. vehicle was running at the time. view

1998-09-29 Dekalb, IL

While vehicle was parked in the driveway heard a loud noise and noticed the vehicle was on fire. insurance company contacted the dealer. vehicle was running at the time. view

1998-09-29 Livonia, MI

While driving when it's raining the battery is spilling out acid onto the road. view

1998-09-29 Manchester, GA

While applying for the brakes in normal conditions, the pedal went straight to the floorbaord and the brakes failed to stop the vehicle, causing the consumer to crash into the wall. view

1998-09-29 Mexia, TX

Driving at 20 mph in a parking lot, the air bags on both sides deployed for no reason, causing injures to the chest/arm an face, consumer contacted the dealer, but no one returned the call. view

1998-09-29 Waterford, MI

Sun roof shorted out, causing driver not to be able to close the roof or his windows. view

1998-09-29 Coonrapids, MN

Windshield wipers intermittently work, causing visual obstruction, which can lead to vehicle accident. dealer notified and cannot duplicate the problem. whenever consumer takes vehicle to dealer, wipers would be working, and dealer would tell consumer nothing could be found. view

1998-09-29 Frederick, MD

Abs brake problems; when owner took vehicle to a mechanic to check the abs system after warning light came on, owner was told that the pressure modulator valve assembly needed replacing. view

1997-03-03 Palm Bay, FL

When driving or not driving vehicle, it would shut off w/o warning while in intersection. would have to put into neutral to restart. have not taken to dealer but will do so. view

1997-03-04 Lansing, MI

Corroded rear disc brakes, causing excessive wear on front brakes. view

1996-07-22 Superior, WI

Automatic transmission failure. view

1997-03-04 Stanley, VA

Steering column locks up in cold weather when making sharp turns. view

1997-03-04 Guerneville, CA

The rubber stop on leaf spring failed, also torsion bar fell off. view

1997-03-04 Guerneville, CA

The rubber stop on leaf spring failed, also torsion bar fell off. view

1997-03-04 Virginia Beach, VA

Driver's side seat belt latching mechanism is defective; buckle unlocks on its own, sometimes not locking at all; replaced under warrenty by dealer; problem has reoccurred. view

1997-03-04 Mesquite, TX

Experienced fire in dash and under hood, total loss. view

1997-03-04 San Jose, CA

Vehicles caught on fire while parked due to a short in the electrical system in the area of the underhood. view

1999-01-04 Decker, MI

Windshield wipers work sporadically. dealer has fixed windshield wipers before and problem has reoccurred. view

1999-01-04 Central Square, NY

Transmission was in park when suddenly it slipped out of gear, causing vehicle to roll into side of a building. view

1997-03-04 Los Angeles, CA

Automatic seat belts periodically lock up and contract. view

1997-03-04 Bangor, ME

Defective fuel pump; also, power steering motor/seat belt/timing chain/front brake rotors failed. view

1995-11-13 Flagstaff, AZ

The wiring harness that controls the automatic windows and doors is broken. tt view

1999-01-04 Del Ray Beach, FL

Rear passenger seat lap belt does not come out of the housing which won't protect the occupant in event of an accident. consumer believes it to be a factory defect. view

1999-01-04 Coaldale, PA

Rear seal on engine head gasket is leaking oil, causing the engine to become defective. view

1999-01-04 Athens, AL

Dealer had to tighten and reglue the jam nut to the front left tie rod end and adjust the sleeve, which may cause loss of steering control. .et. view

1999-01-04 Wilkesbarre, PA

After driving vehicle for a short or a long period and when vehicle is parked, there is a burning smell that comes out of the ventilation system. dealer has been contacted. view

1999-01-04 Wantagh, NY

Spoiler design which is about 4 inch above the truck obstructs the view in the rear which may cause an accident. please provide further information. view

1999-01-04 Dublin, OH

Vehicle was hit on front passenger's side, and front seatbelts did not lock up, causing injuries to driver and front seat passenger. dealer has not seen vehicle. view

1998-09-29 Coonrapids, MN

Vehicle was experiencing intermittent brake troubles. brakes would grab on one side, causing brakes to lock-up . vehicle been dealer shop and repairs were made, but later on vehicle had once again experienced another brake lock-up. taken back to dealer shop and informed of nothing could be found. view

1998-09-29 San Ontonio, TX

While driving the locking pin fell out of the steering wheel tilt adjuster. view

1998-09-29 Grass Valley, CA

The rear cross member that supports the engine/transmission and transfer case sags down about 1 inch or more, causing the steel bolt to rest on the steel frame. the original support bar failed along with 2 replacement bars. the owner is experiencing the problem again. the replaced part does not correct the problem. replacement part # fmcf09z6a023c. consumer states that this part is defective and it can not support the weight of the engine, transmission, and the transfer case, the soft rubber gromets on each side will sag until the steel bolt rests on the steel support. view

1998-09-29 Coonrapids, MN

A/c has been making unsual noises due to four compressor belts breaking. vehicle been in dealer shop for correction, but dealer informed consumer that the problem cannot be found. view

1995-11-13 Flagstaff, AZ

The wiring harness that controls the automatic windows and doors is broken. tt view

1998-09-29 Elizabeth, NJ

Vehicle has a smell of raw gasoline. sometimes when consumer drives the vehicle. this has made him and wife sick. view

1997-03-04 Rochester, NY

Owner states that the arm adjustment part on the child's safety seat broke, owner is concerned for child's safety. view

1997-03-04 Chula Vista, CA

In cold weather when applying the abs brakes there were no brakes, took to dealer, had to order brake line hose which has been modified . view

1997-03-04 Chula Vista, CA

In cold weather when applying the abs brakes there were no brakes, took to dealer, had to order brake line hose which has been modified . view

1997-03-04 Plaines, MT

Vehicle fire originated under the hood due to an electrical short, vehicle was parked for a period of months. view

1997-03-04 Udall, KS

Abs brake failure, when brakes are applied they are very soft and spongy; also, make a popping sound, replaced master cynider/calipers/pads, and axle bearing. view

1997-03-04 Udall, KS

Abs brake failure, when brakes are applied they are very soft and spongy; also, make a popping sound, replaced master cynider/calipers/pads, and axle bearing. view

1997-03-04 Udall, KS

Abs brake failure, when brakes are applied they are very soft and spongy; also, make a popping sound, replaced master cynider/calipers/pads, and axle bearing. view

1997-03-04 Udall, KS

Abs brake failure, when brakes are applied they are very soft and spongy; also, make a popping sound, replaced master cynider/calipers/pads, and axle bearing. view

1997-03-04 Boise, ID

While driving on dirt mountainous road, electrical short in underhood wiring harness caused an electrical fire, loss all vehicle power. view

1995-11-13 Spokane, WA

Latch problems. please describe. view

1997-03-04 Lackawanna, NY

While driving at speed of 55mph, the engine light came on and the vehicle decreased its speed down to 10mph, then increased its speed back to 55mph. cause unknown. view

1997-03-04 Lackawanna, NY

While driving at speed of 55mph, the engine light came on and the vehicle decreased its speed down to 10mph, then increased its speed back to 55mph. cause unknown. view

1997-03-04 Uxbridge, MA

Drivers lap/shoulder belt broken, failure of the guide loop, will not retract. view

1999-01-04 Bethlham, PA

Due to a faulty alternator and battery acid spilling onto engine, power steering blew out. dealer replaced a tube on the battery so the acid can run through the tube and spill onto the ground. dealer also mentioned that it was not the orginal battery. but consumer never changed battery and bought the vehicle brand new. please provide further information. view

1999-01-04 Bethlham, PA

Due to a faulty alternator and battery acid spilling onto engine, power steering blew out. dealer replaced a tube on the battery so the acid can run through the tube and spill onto the ground. dealer also mentioned that it was not the orginal battery. but consumer never changed battery and bought the vehicle brand new. please provide further information. view

1999-01-04 Riverside, CA

Consumer picked the child seat up by the carrying handle in the upright position with hadle locked, and it slipped out of the locked position, causing the baby to rock foward and fall . baby busted its mouth. manufacturer has been contacted. view

1999-01-04 Town Butner, NC

Ongoing problem with door; whenever automatic switch is used it causes door not to close properly. also, abs failed to operate. vehicle was taken on three occasions to dealer shop, and consumer was informed that nothing could be found. in addition, door would not open from the inside, consumer would have to open door from the outside to let herself out of the vehicle. view

1999-01-04 Town Butner, NC

Ongoing problem with door; whenever automatic switch is used it causes door not to close properly. also, abs failed to operate. vehicle was taken on three occasions to dealer shop, and consumer was informed that nothing could be found. in addition, door would not open from the inside, consumer would have to open door from the outside to let herself out of the vehicle. view

1997-03-04 Elpasso, TX

Recall related, 96v260000, abs brake failure, when brakes are applied, pedal goes the floor, to regain effectiveness pump the pedal, in for repair/replacement of disc pads and rotors, will provide proof of receipt. view

1999-01-04 Dekalb, MS

Whenever vehicle made a stop or was waiting at a red light the vehicle would cut off. vehicle had to be put in park in order to start back up. driver was killed in accident because vehicle stalled coming out of driveway. vehicle was totaled. view

1995-02-21 Burt, MI

Rear brakes freeze up,calipers will not move, pe 94-063 active. view

1999-01-04 Longmont, CO

Gas is leaking from the fuel rail, causing strong fumes inside and around the outside of the vehicle. dealer has been contacted. view

1998-09-29 Lexington, KY

While driving vehicle the brakes failed, no accident or injuries. view

1998-09-29 Dallas, PA

Consumer was in an accident with her family in the dodge van. was going about 30 mph when she hit the another vehicle very hard, the air bags did not deploy. view

1998-09-29 Dallas, PA

Consumer was in an accident with her family in the dodge van. was going about 30 mph when she hit the another vehicle very hard, the air bags did not deploy. view

1998-09-29 Independence, OH

Abs brakes failed four or five times. consumer almost hit a little boy. view

1998-09-29 Fort Worth, TX

Wheel failure. view

1998-09-29 North Chel, MA

Car stalls intermitantly causing vehicle control difficult. view

1998-09-29 Cedar Rapids, IA

White leaving a parking lot and applying brakes at stop sign, motor revved to 3000 rpm and antilock brakes started pumping. had to shift car into neutral to avoid hitting car in front of me. motor revved for about one minute before returing to normal idle. this has happened numerous times and always at startup. front brakes were replaced at 30,000 miles by the dealer and was not covered under manufacturer warrany. dealer has been contacted about brake problems and vehicle has been into dealer many times for brake related complaints. view

1998-09-29 St Paul, MN

When brakes are applied vehicle pulls to the left or right. one of the front brakes locks up and skids, anti-lock brakes then does not work. this vehicle is dangerous to myself, my family and to the public. seeking arbitration under minnesota lemon. view

1997-03-04 Keyser, WV

Differential unit with limited slip for traction improvement; when locked in the vehicle pulls to the left or to the right depending on road conditions. when road is slippery the problem is more severe than under normal conditions. view

1995-02-21 Audubon, NJ

The driver side latches hard to unlatch but passenger side won't latch at all. view

1997-03-04 Cedar Hill Tx, TX

Wheels: driving home from approximately 25mph and the right rear wheel fell off when making a right turn. this occurred twice within three weeks. took vehicle to dealer and they said that axle and spindle had worn out, causing connector clip to fail. view

1997-03-04 Cedar Hill Tx, TX

Wheels: driving home from approximately 25mph and the right rear wheel fell off when making a right turn. this occurred twice within three weeks. took vehicle to dealer and they said that axle and spindle had worn out, causing connector clip to fail. view

1997-03-04 Cedar Hill Tx, TX

Wheels: driving home from approximately 25mph and the right rear wheel fell off when making a right turn. this occurred twice within three weeks. took vehicle to dealer and they said that axle and spindle had worn out, causing connector clip to fail. view

1997-03-04 Brian Tree, MA

Consumer has had a continuous alignment problem which caused the vehicle pull to the right. view

1997-03-04 Covina, CA

Passenger's side automatic safety belt locks up constantly. view

1997-03-04 Concord, NC

The vehicle's dual gas tank is inoperative, causing front gas tank to overfill/spill when rear is switched. view

1997-03-04 Hueytown, AL

Fuekl injector: when idle gas fumes coming from vehicle. fumes are not as strong when the window is down. took vehicle to nissan for repairs and dealer4 said that her fuel injectors were leaking. view

1997-03-04 Brian Tree, MA

Vehicle pulls to the right while driving due to alighment problem that cannot be fixed, causes loss of vehicle control. please add further details. view

1997-03-04 Aken, SC

Steering is very loose. please describe. view

1997-03-04 Bluemounds, WI

Without warning passenger's side rear rotor cracked. view

1995-02-21 Hazel Park, MI

Both drivers and passengers side seat belts do not latch. view

1997-03-04 North East, MD

Received css as a gift around christmas; started to pick up css by the handle and handle on seat just popped out/off; handle snaps onto base. did not have child in css at time of problem. view

1997-03-04 Jarreau, LA

While driving on two separate occasions experienced abs failure during panic stop, rearended vehicle, and when attempting to slow/stop, swerved to avoid collision, then went into a ditch. in each instance the brake pedal went to floor, no prior warning. view

1997-03-04 Stow, OH

While driving sub-frame failed when engine detached from bolts, then engine dropped onto transmission due to corrosion of mounting plate, resulting in loss of steering capability. view

1999-01-04 Rocky Moun, VA

Transmission failure. view

1999-01-04 San Rafael, CA

Pontiac sent a letter on november 1995 about a special warranty for the possibility of a cracked engine head problem. i experienced the loss of coolant from a cracked head in june 1997. the mechanics who worked on my car advised that i should replace the entire engine instead of fixing just the cracked head because the damage was too great. pontiac refuses to stand by warranty. don't know if this is correct place to report it. view

1999-01-04 Stone Mountain, GA

Since purchasing my 98 toyota camry 10/3/97, i have two separate incidents whereas my brakes did squeak & squeal when stopping. brought my car into toyota on two separate occiaisions and was told by dealership that they were aware of a brake problem, and would provide a temporary quick fix until the mfgr recalled the camry's. i've had ft pads & machine rotors & rear brakes adjusted 2-3 times in 98. i've paid $300+ towards this service to my new car and there is still no resolution to this problem. did advise dealership that i will by another car, but it will not be a toyota camry. i'll begin purchasing honda products beginning in 99 and will not go back to toyota after being a faithful customer for over 10+ years. view

1999-01-04 Chicago, IL

When driving through rain puddles or snow, the power steering /alternater belt slips off its pulleys view

1998-09-30 Rocky Mount, NC

Intermittent problem: when traveling at any speed the vehicle cuts off without prior warning, resulting in loss of all power. consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer unable to find the cause of the problem. please provide any futher details. view

1999-01-04 Madison, AL

The fuel line has a steady leak where the line goes into the fuel injection rails. this is a fire hazard. view

1999-02-16 Henderson, NV

Motor mounts broke. consumer took vehicle to repair shop for a tire balance, and dealer noticed the motor mounts were broken. specifically, the right front motor mount liquid-filled rubber boot was torn. both mounts replaced. view

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