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1992 BMW 850cia: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 1992 BMW 850cia: 1 recall, 0 owner complaints.

1vehicle recalls
0owner complaints
0mention a crash
–best combined mpg
1992 BMW 850cia
Photo: Sicnag · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #98V178000 · 1998 · 340,000 vehicles

What's wrong: A malfunction or failure of a coolant system component, such as a thermostat, water pump, or fan belt, can result in significantly increased coolant temperature and system pressure. If the indications of a critical overheating condition is not noticed by the driver, it is possible that damage to, or failure of, a coolant system component could occur.

Why it matters: If a crack were to form or a seam were to separate in the heater core end piece, hot coolant could suddenly be expelled, increasing the risk of personal injury to a vehicle occupant.

The fix: Dealers will install a new design radiator cap to control pressure and provide greater coolant overflow in the event of overheating.

Most-reported problems

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1992 BMW 850cia so far.

Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.

Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 1992 BMW 850cia.

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FAQ

Does the 1992 BMW 850cia have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1992 BMW 850cia. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Where can I get a 1992 BMW 850cia repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

Other 850cia years

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