- The problem
- Incorrect machining of the seating surface of the wheels where it contacts the hub of the car may prevent the wheels from mounting securely to the hub. This may cause the wheel to break and could fall off. Consequence of defect: the wheels could loosen and a crash could occur. Owners should not drive their cars until repair work has been done.
- The fix
- Scrape the center bore of the rim so it can clear the center of the hub.
Vehicle safety record
1985 BMW 635 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1985 BMW 635 with NHTSA, most often about the steering (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 1985 for the hubcap / cover. For comparison, the 1986 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 635 year, for its age
#125 most complained-about 1985 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1985 BMW 635 problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1985 BMW 635 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 1985 BMW 635
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While driving vehicle the steering box, where it attached to the subframe, broke. *Ak
BMW 635: every year compared
All 635 years1985 BMW 635 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 BMW 635 | 1 | 1 | C | |
| 1985 BMW 318I | 7 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1985 BMW 325E | 3 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1985 BMW 318 | 2 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1985 BMW 535 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1985 BMW 325 | 1 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 1985 BMW 525 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1985 BMW 323I | 1 | 0 | A | 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 1985 BMW 635
Does the 1985 BMW 635 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1985 BMW 635: hubcap / cover (May 1985). 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 1985 BMW 635?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the steering (1).
How many complaints has the 1985 BMW 635 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 29, 1996 and the latest on October 29, 1996. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1985 BMW 635 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 45 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical BMW 635 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 635 years have the most complaints?
1985 (1), 1988 (1). See every BMW 635 year compared.
What should I do if my 1985 BMW 635 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