Dorman 576-551 fuel tank for the 1988-1993 BMW 325i 6-cylinder 2.5L and other vehicles holds the fuel supply for the engine. It directly replaces the original tank on the vehicles it fits.
- 16.6 US gallon capacity
- Steel tank body
- Pre-painted with an added coat of corrosion-resistant paint
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 576-551 fuel tank
- Fits: 1988-1993 BMW 325i 6-cylinder 2.5L and other vehicles
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A fuel smell, wet spots under the car or a rusted, dented tank can mean the tank has failed, and a leak needs prompt attention. A gauge that reads oddly can also come from the sending unit. With the engine off and cool, look for fuel stains on the ground under the car; a shop can find the cause before the tank is replaced.
Fits
This is a fuel tank for the 1988-1993 BMW 325i 6-cylinder 2.5L and for the 1991-1992 BMW 318i 4-cylinder 1.8L; each takes one.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Capacity: 16.6 US gallons
- Length: 47 in
- Width: 16 in
- Height: 8.75 in
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
Build and materials
- Material: steel
- Coating: paint
- Baffled sump: no
- Attached sump: no
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One fuel tank, one lock ring and one O-ring. The sending unit and mounting straps are not included and the filler neck is not attached, so plan on new mounting straps; the old ones may not be reusable.
Interchange: 16111179721 · 16111180175 · BM1B
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
16111179721, 16111180175, BM1B
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dorman fuel tank 576-551 right for the 1991-1992 BMW 318i 4-cylinder 1.8L?
Yes. Dorman 576-551 fits the 1991-1992 BMW 318i 4-cylinder 1.8L, which takes one tank.
Does the 576-551 fuel tank come with a lock ring and O-ring?
Yes. Dorman 576-551 comes with a lock ring and an O-ring. The sending unit and mounting straps are not included, and the filler neck is not attached.
Is the Dorman tank bare steel or painted?
This tank is painted steel. The added coat of corrosion-resistant paint is already applied when it arrives.
How many gallons does this 576-551 tank hold?
This steel tank holds 16.6 US gallons.
Does Dorman 576-551 replace part number 16111179721?
Yes. Dorman 576-551 is listed as a replacement for 16111179721, along with 16111180175 and BM1B.
