Does the 1978 BMW 320i have any recalls?

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: vehicle speed control, electrical system, fuel system, gasoline, tires. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1978 BMW 320i recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a BMW dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1978 BMW 320i?

2 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1978 BMW 320i recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1978 BMW 320i. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your BMW been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A BMW dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1978 BMW 320i recalls, newest first

June 19, 1980NHTSA 80V07600066,600 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control › Springs

Summary: When subjected to the extremely high temperatures that can occur in the engine compartment, the damper sleeves which cover the return springs of the accelerator control system can deform and prevent their returning the throttle to idle position after release of the accelerator pedal.
Remedy: Dealer will replace the throttle return damper sleeves with new sleeves of high temperature-resistant plastic material.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 4, 1978NHTSA 78V07400028,819 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood

Summary: The hex head bolt that connects the main wiring harness to terminal #30 may not have been tightened to the proper torque.
Remedy: The dealer will remove the fuse panel and retighten the 5-MM hex head bolt in the main power terminal underneath the fuse panel, without charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 24, 1978NHTSA 78V06100032,500 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system

Summary: Due to the high fuel flow rate in the fuel system, conditions of extreme altitude, temperatures, or fuel contamination, may lead to the formation of fuel vapor bubbles.
Remedy: The dealer will install an additional fuel pump in the right side of the fuel tank at no charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 13, 1978NHTSA 78V0560004,681 vehicles potentially affected

Tires

Summary: Due to a material stuctural defect, the rubber seal between the metal valve stem and rim allows slow seepage of air around the valve base.
Remedy: The dealer will replace defective metal tire valve stems and rubber seals with new ones, at no cost to the customer.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1978 BMW 320i with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Visibility › Defroster/defogger/HVAC system › Heater core2
Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly1

Other BMW 320i years

Other 1978 BMW models

Questions

Does the 1978 BMW 320i have any recalls?: 4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: vehicle speed control, electrical system, fuel system, gasoline, tires. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1978 BMW 320i recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a BMW dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1978 BMW 320i?: 2 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.