- The problem
- To prevent vapor lock, an auxiliary fuel pump is incorporated in the fuel delivery system. The wiring connections at the auxiliary fuel pump may not make proper contact, rendering the auxiliary fuel pump inoperative. Driving under conditions of extremely high altitude, high temperatures, or fuel contamination, with the auxiliary fuel pump inoperative could allow vapor bubbles to form. This may lead to rough engine running and possible engine stalling.
- The fix
- Dealer will have the wiring connections to the auxiliary fuel pump soldered at no cost to owner.
Vehicle safety record
1979 BMW 320 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1979 BMW 320 with NHTSA, most often about the steering (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in January 1979 for the storage. For comparison, the 1978 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical 320 year, for its age
#24 most complained-about 1979 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1979 BMW 320 problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1979 BMW 320 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 1979 BMW 320
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The steering wheel locked up and caused the vehicle to go into a ditch. Please describe. Tt
BMW 320: every year compared
All 320 years1979 BMW 320 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 BMW 320 | 1 | 1 | D | |
| 1979 BMW 320I | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1979 BMW 528I | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1979 BMW R100 | 1 | 1 | D | 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 1979 BMW 320
Does the 1979 BMW 320 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1979 BMW 320: storage (January 1979). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1979 BMW 320?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the steering (1).
How many complaints has the 1979 BMW 320 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 24, 1995 and the latest on October 24, 1995. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1979 BMW 320 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical BMW 320 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 320 years have the most complaints?
2001 (10), 1998 (6), 1989 (2). See every BMW 320 year compared.
What should I do if my 1979 BMW 320 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