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Bmw 525i 1991 Safety Reports and Reviews
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BMW 525I Vehicle Speed Control Cables
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #541446
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 1995.BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES . VEHICLE COLLISION DUE TO FAILURE OF THE CRUISE CONTROL AND THROTTLE CABLES, RECALL ISSUED AFTER ACCIDENT OCCURED..Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in SCHENECTADY, NY. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 525I Air Bags Frontal
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #830898
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 1998.BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . TRAVELING 65MPH GOING AROUND A CURB WHEN SUDDENLY, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON. IT OBSTRUCTED THE DRIVER'S VIEW. HAD NOT HIT ANYTHING & NO OTHER VEHICLE HAD HIT BMW. STEERING WHEEL HAD TO BE TAPED TO BE DRIVEN. *AK.1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):2BAHD6312MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in HOMEWOOD, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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BMW 525I Fuel System, Gasoline Fuel Injection System
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #701020
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on Oct 10, 1997.BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM . FLUID LEAKS SINCE '11/95. HAVE HAD A TOTAL OF 3 COILS REPLACED; R/R LOWER TIMING COVER, REPLACED GASKETS/NEW DRIVE BELTS - R/R OIL PAN AND REPLACED GASKET TO THE TUNE OF $1,125.00 AT 39,243 MILES. WARANTY IS 4 YRS./50K MILES. ASKED FOR AN ADJUSTMENT DUE TO LOW MILEAGE AND HIGHLY UNUSUAL PROBLEMS. RECEIVED FORM LETTER SAYING "SORRY, CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY." THIS $45K+ AUTO.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6310MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in COLUMBUS, IN. Vehicle was purchased on 19950601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 525i 1991 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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BMW 525I Electrical System Ignition
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #701020
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on Oct 10, 1997.BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . FLUID LEAKS SINCE '11/95. HAVE HAD A TOTAL OF 3 COILS REPLACED; R/R LOWER TIMING COVER, REPLACED GASKETS/NEW DRIVE BELTS - R/R OIL PAN AND REPLACED GASKET TO THE TUNE OF $1,125.00 AT 39,243 MILES. WARANTY IS 4 YRS./50K MILES. ASKED FOR AN ADJUSTMENT DUE TO LOW MILEAGE AND HIGHLY UNUSUAL PROBLEMS. RECEIVED FORM LETTER SAYING "SORRY, CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY." THIS $45K+ AUTO.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6310MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in COLUMBUS, IN. Vehicle was purchased on 19950601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 525i 1991 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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BMW 525I Engine And Engine Cooling Engine
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #701020
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on Oct 10, 1997.BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . FLUID LEAKS SINCE '11/95. HAVE HAD A TOTAL OF 3 COILS REPLACED; R/R LOWER TIMING COVER, REPLACED GASKETS/NEW DRIVE BELTS - R/R OIL PAN AND REPLACED GASKET TO THE TUNE OF $1,125.00 AT 39,243 MILES. WARANTY IS 4 YRS./50K MILES. ASKED FOR AN ADJUSTMENT DUE TO LOW MILEAGE AND HIGHLY UNUSUAL PROBLEMS. RECEIVED FORM LETTER SAYING "SORRY, CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY." THIS $45K+ AUTO.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6310MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in COLUMBUS, IN. Vehicle was purchased on 19950601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 525i 1991 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #701020
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on Oct 10, 1997.BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . FLUID LEAKS SINCE '11/95. HAVE HAD A TOTAL OF 3 COILS REPLACED; R/R LOWER TIMING COVER, REPLACED GASKETS/NEW DRIVE BELTS - R/R OIL PAN AND REPLACED GASKET TO THE TUNE OF $1,125.00 AT 39,243 MILES. WARANTY IS 4 YRS./50K MILES. ASKED FOR AN ADJUSTMENT DUE TO LOW MILEAGE AND HIGHLY UNUSUAL PROBLEMS. RECEIVED FORM LETTER SAYING "SORRY, CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY." THIS $45K+ AUTO.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6310MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in COLUMBUS, IN. Vehicle was purchased on 19950601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 525i 1991 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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BMW 525I Power Train
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #701329
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 1996.BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with POWER TRAIN . THE SPEEDOMETER OPERATES IRRATICALLY DURING COLD WEATHER. IT FUNCTIONS OK WHEN WARM. THIS IS CAUSED BY BAD MATERIALS USED ON THE SPEEDOMETER PCB BOARD. A NUMBER OF BMW OWNERS HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS PROBLEM AND FIXES ARE SUGGESTED ON THE INTERNET AT THE FOLLOWING LINKS. HTTP://WWW.ESKIMO.COM/~DALUS/BMW/SPEEDO/SPEEDO.HTM AND AT HTTP://WWW.ESKIMO.COM/~DALUS/BMW/E30/INTERIOR/E30_SPEEDO_SENDER_PROBLEM.HTML. UNRELIABLE OR LACK OF INDICATION OF DRIVING SPEED CAN BE A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. THIS APPEARS TO BE A PROBLEM THAT MANY BMW OWNERS HAVE SUFFERED AS INDICATED BY THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO HAVE REPORTED IT ON THE WEB. THE DEALER WANTS OVER $600 TO FIX THE PROBLEM. *MJS .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6313MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in CARY, NC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19910601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 525i 1991 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 525I Air Bags Frontal Sensor/control Module
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #702525
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 1998.BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE . THE SRS {A SAFETY SYSTEM} LIGHT KEEPS FLASHING. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6317MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19910401. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 525i 1991 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 525I Structure Body Door
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #543257
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . POWER DOOR LOCK MECHANISM FAILED CAUSING ERRATIC PERFORMANCE OF THE LOCKS..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6317MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in BRADENTON, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 19931001. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 525I Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #530970
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM . ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM DESIGN CONTAINS A FLAW, WHEN REMOVING RADIATOR CAP CONSUMER SUSTAINED BURN INJURIES DUE TO CAP NOT HAVING A TWO-STAGE RELEASE, O-RINGS AT THE BASE OF THE CAP ENSURE THAT THE PRESSURE IS MAINTAINED WITHIN THE RADIATOR UNTIL THE CAP IS FULLY UNSCREWED..1 person(s) were injured. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in WEST FRIEN, MD. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 525I Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Radiator Assembly
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #843991
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY . REPLACED THE RADIATOR CAP BUT THE NEW CAP CAUSED A HOLE IN THE RADIATOR. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBHHD631XMB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in DENTON, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #713258
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on Sept 07, 1999.BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM . UPPER RADIATOR "PLASTIC MALE" OUTLET CONNECTING TO UPPER RUBBER HOSE EXPLODED CAUSING EXTRIME ENGINE OVERHEATING AND ENGINE FAILURE WITH NO WARNING EVEN AFTER DEALER INSTALLED NEW RADIATOR CAP RECALL IN AUGUST 1999. ALMOST CAUSED A HIGHWAY ACCIDENT. CAR HAS EXCELLENT MAINTENANCE RECORD AT DEALERSHIP. REPORTED PROBLEM TO BMW OF NORTH AMERICA. REPRESENTATIVE TOLD ME THAT WAS NOT THE RESPONSIBILITY OF BMW OF NORTH AMERICA..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6310MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in RENTON, WA. Vehicle was purchased on 19931201. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 525i 1991 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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BMW 525I Electrical System Battery
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #552975
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY . THREE BMW BATTERIES HAVE FAILED WITHIN THEIR WARRANTY PERIOD. NLM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6318MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in SINGER ISLAND, FL. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 525I Latches/locks/linkages Trunk Lid Lock
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #552975
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK . THE TRUNK APPEARS TO BE CLOSED AND CAN STILL BE UNLOCKED WITH THE TRUNK LIGHT ON CAUSING THE BATTERY TO RUN DOWN, WHICH IN TURN UPSET THE DOOR LOCK PROGRAM WHICH IS STILL HAVING PROBLEMS. NLM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6318MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in SINGER ISLAND, FL. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 525I Exterior Lighting Headlights
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #552975
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . CONSUMER BELIEVES THE VEHICLE IS POOR DESIGNED BECAUSE IN ORDER TO REPAIR A BROKEN HEADLIGHT THE DEALER HAD TO REMONE THE ENTIRE GRILL RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE REPAIR COST. NLM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6318MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in SINGER ISLAND, FL. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 525I Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #552975
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM . THE COOLING SYSTEM FAN CLUTCH FAILED WITHIN 45,000 MILES. NLM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6318MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in SINGER ISLAND, FL. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 525I Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Radiator Assembly
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #552975
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY . RADIATOR FAILED PREMATURELY. NLM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6318MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in SINGER ISLAND, FL. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 525I Structure Body Door
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #552975
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . THE DOOR PADDING ON BOTH REAR DOORS IS SEPARATING. NLM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6318MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in SINGER ISLAND, FL. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 525I Exterior Lighting Tail Lights
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #769401
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on Mar 22, 2002.BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS . TAIL LIGHTS DO NOT STAY ON DUE TO DEFECTIVE SOCKETS. THE PLASTIC SOCKETS HAVE MELTED FROM THE HEAT OF THE TAIL LIGHT BULBS AND NO LONGER HOLD THE BULBS IN PROPERLY. THEY BLINK ON AND OFF AND SOMETIMES STAY OFF ALL TOGETHER. DEALER ADVISED ME TO BUY NEW ONES @ $320 EACH TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM. SINCE THIS IS A SAFETY DEFECT, BMW SHOULD REPLACE THEM. DT.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6313MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in ARVADA, CO. Vehicle was purchased on 20020301. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 525i 1991 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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BMW 525I Seats Front Assembly Recliner
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #10081274
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on July 17, 2004.BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE had a problem with SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER . WHILE SITTING IN MY 1991 BMW 525I THE SEAT SUDDENLY FELL BACKWARD,AND SIDEWAYS. AFTER REMOVING THE SEAT, AND ALMOST COMPLETELY DISSASSEMBLING IT SO I COULD TRY TO REALIGN THE THING LONG ENOGH TO MAKE IT HOME,I WAS ABLE TO THROUGH BRUTE FORCE PUT IT BACK IN PLACE. LATER AFTER SEVERAL SUBSEQUENT FAILURES I WAS ABLE TO PINPOINT THE PROBLEM.THE CABLES THAT GO BETWEEN THE ELECTRIC DRIVE MOTORS AND THE SEAT ADJUSTMENT GEARBOXES WERE SHEATHED IN A FAILURE-PRONE PLASTIC! THE PLASTIC THROUGH TIME WEARS AND STRETCHES UNTILL THE DRIVE CABLE SLIPS OUT OF GEARBOX ALLOWING CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. I JUST CHECKED TO SEE IF THIS ITEM HAD BEEN RECALLED WITH NO LUCK. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 108000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHD6315MB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in LOVETTSVILLE, VA. Vehicle was purchased on 20030801. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 525i 1991 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 525i 1991 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 525I Steering
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #10481271
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on Oct 20, 2012.BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with STEERING . I PARKED MY CAR IN THE GARAGE AS USUAL. WHEN I WENT OUT TO LEAVE HOME THE STEERING WAS LOCKED. NOTHING OUT OF THE ORDINARY WAS DONE AFTER PARKING IT OR WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START IT. THE LIGHTS FOR THE RADIO CAME ON, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER WORKS, THE LIGHTS ON THE CONSOLE LIGHT UP, BUT THE STEERING WHEEL IS LOCKED AND THE KEY WILL NOT TURN MORE THAN A FEW CENTIMETERS. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 167446 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHC2308LB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in SAN DIEGO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 525I Electrical System
BMW 525I 1991 Safety Review #10481271
BMW 525I 1991 car safety problem was reported on Oct 20, 2012.BMW 525I 1991, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . I PARKED MY CAR IN THE GARAGE AS USUAL. WHEN I WENT OUT TO LEAVE HOME THE STEERING WAS LOCKED. NOTHING OUT OF THE ORDINARY WAS DONE AFTER PARKING IT OR WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START IT. THE LIGHTS FOR THE RADIO CAME ON, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER WORKS, THE LIGHTS ON THE CONSOLE LIGHT UP, BUT THE STEERING WHEEL IS LOCKED AND THE KEY WILL NOT TURN MORE THAN A FEW CENTIMETERS. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 167446 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAHC2308LB. Bmw 525i 1991 problem was reported in SAN DIEGO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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Bmw 525i 1991 systems
Air Bags Frontal 1 Review(s)
Air Bags Frontal Sensor/control Module 1 Review(s)
Electrical System 1 Review(s)
Electrical System Battery 1 Review(s)
Electrical System Ignition 1 Review(s)
Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System 3 Review(s)
Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Radiator Assembly 2 Review(s)
Engine And Engine Cooling Engine 2 Review(s)
Exterior Lighting Headlights 1 Review(s)
Exterior Lighting Tail Lights 1 Review(s)
Fuel System, Gasoline Fuel Injection System 1 Review(s)
Latches/locks/linkages Trunk Lid Lock 1 Review(s)
Power Train 1 Review(s)
Seats Front Assembly Recliner 1 Review(s)
Steering 1 Review(s)
Structure Body Door 2 Review(s)
Vehicle Speed Control Cables 1 Review(s)
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Bmw 525i 1991 Reviews
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