1991 BMW 325: problems, recalls and reliability

3 recalls and 6 owner complaints on record; most reports concern engine and engine cooling.

Data updated weekly · latest recall Apr 1994

recalls

owner complaints

fire reports

typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

Among the quietest 325 years (#6 of 6 by complaints, age-adjusted)1 fire report

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Common problems

Computed from 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Limited data: only 6 complaints on record for this model year - too few for percentage statistics. Bars show raw report counts; read them as individual owner reports, not reliability rates. For a fuller picture, check nearby model years.

Engine And Engine Cooling (engine, radiator, overheating)2 complaints

Visibility (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)1 complaint

Seat Belts1 complaint

Structure (body, frame, doors, rust)1 complaint

Air Bags (airbags and crash sensors)1 complaint

“Consumer was driving on the street at 25 mph under normal road conditions when suddenly heard a loud cracking sound and engine stopped running. Dealer was not notified. *ak”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 1998

“Vehicle was in use when driver's side seat belt popped out of buckle and would not go back in, causing loss of protection. *ak”Owner report · Seat Belts

When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 2 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 3 campaigns

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING92V140000 · Sep 1992

THE SCREW THAT SECURES THE WIPER SWITCH AT ONE LOCATION AND WHICH ALSO PROVIDES A GROUND FOR THE WIPER CIRCUIT, LOOSENS AS THE SWITCH IS OPERATED OVER A LONG PERIOD OF TIME. AS THE SCREW CONTINUES TO LOOSEN THE GROUND FOR THE WIPER CIRCUIT IS INTERMITTENTLY OR COMPLETELY LOST.

Remedy: RELOCATE THE WIPER SWITCH GROUND WIRE ATTACHMENT ON THE STEERING COLUMN.

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE93V015000 · Feb 1993

THE MALFUNCTION OR FAILURE OF A COOLANT SYSTEM COMPONENT RESULTS IN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED COOLANT TEMPERATURE AND A RESULTING INCREASE IN SYSTEM PRESSURE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A THERMOSTATIC BYPASS VALVE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT TO CONTROL COOLANT TEMPERATURE IN THE HEATER CORE. ALSO, A NEW DESIGN RADIATOR CAP WILL BE INSTALLED, TO CONTROL PRESSURE AND PROVIDE GREATER COOLANT OVERFLOW IN THE EVENT OF OVERHEATING.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS94V066000 · Apr 1994

FEED FUEL HOSES CAN HARDEN AND "SET" OVER TIME, ALLOWING A SEEPAGE OF FUEL AT THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE HOSE AND THE ENGINE FITTING. THE CLAMP USED TO HOLD THE HOSE TO THE FITTING IS UNABLE TO COMPENSATE FOR THE HARDENING OF THE FEED FUEL HOSE.

Remedy: A REDESIGNED FEED FUEL HOSE AND HOSE CLAMP WILL BE INSTALLED TO ALLEVIATE THE FUEL SEEPAGE.

How other years compare

1991 (this page)6 complaints · 3 recalls 199223 complaints · 3 recalls 19938 complaints · 3 recalls

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1991 BMW 325 reliable?

NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 1991 BMW 325. The most complained-about area is engine and engine cooling.

Does the 1991 BMW 325 have open recalls?

3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning visibility:windshield wiper/washer:switch/wiring. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.