The tire flew out from the vehicle while the car was travelling at 50m/hr. The car is equipped with tire pressure control and did not giving any warning. The tread was separated from the tire, only little remnants remain with on the realm. *Ak (tiresize: 205/50r 17)
Vehicle safety record
2001 BMW 318IC Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2001 BMW 318IC with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (1) and the wheels & tires (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2000 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical 318IC year, for its age
#347 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 BMW 318IC problems
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No recalls for the 2001 BMW 318IC
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 BMW 318IC. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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2 complaints about the 2001 BMW 318IC
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Manufacturer is installing bad cooling fans that allow the engine to overheat possibly causing fire. The car is undriveable and could place occupants in danger due to both the results of the overheating as well as any potential danger from having a vehicle stop on the road. Unfortunately, bmwna refuses to acknowledge a problem and is even installing the same faulty part number fans, confirmed by siemens the manufacturer of the fans.*Ak
BMW 318IC: every year compared
All 318IC years2001 BMW 318IC vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 BMW 318IC | 2 | 0 | B | |
| 2001 BMW 325I | 150 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2001 BMW 325CI | 49 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2001 BMW 3 Series | 36 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2001 BMW 325 | 31 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2001 BMW 325XI | 14 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2001 BMW 320 | 10 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2001 BMW 325IX | 7 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2001 BMW 318 | 6 | 0 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2001 BMW 318IC
Does the 2001 BMW 318IC have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 BMW 318IC right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 BMW 318IC?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (1), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 BMW 318IC had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 17, 2001 and the latest on August 13, 2001. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 BMW 318IC a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical BMW 318IC year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which BMW 318IC years have the most complaints?
1995 (4), 1996 (2), 2001 (2). See every BMW 318IC year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 BMW 318IC has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data