CarRecallWatchThe 2000 BMW 325ci has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (2 reports).
2000 BMW 325ci recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode or Underinflate
The driver-side airbag inflator in these BMW 3 Series vehicles, made by Takata, may absorb moisture over time.
Passenger airbag may explode and send metal shrapnel into occupants
The passenger-side front airbag inflator in these BMW vehicles can degrade over time, especially after long exposure to high humidity, high temperatures, and repeated temperature changes.
Driver airbag may rupture or underinflate in a crash
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator on these vehicles may have been replaced with a unit that absorbs moisture.
Most common 2000 BMW 325ci problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
Dash started smoking as soon as I turned rhe lights on, I exited the freeway and pulled into a neighborhood, parked on a corner turn the engine off and disconnected the battery, the smoke continued, within second the fire started, I poured 4 bottles of water with no luck, before I could ask the homes residents to hand me the garden hose, the fire spread, the sprayed and it just kept coming back, fire dept, cut the dash with an are and sprayed it, finally it was out
Fuel tank bracket on the Passenger side sheared off causing the strap supporting the tank to fall off and hit the ground resulting in sparking from the free end. Safety risk to occupants due to fuel tank hanging close to ground and sparking in close proximity. I inspected and determined car is unsafe to drive. No replacement parts available for repair as brackets are spot weld at manufacturer. Several bmw car owners have experienced the same issue on the same side and some have performed risky self fabricated solutions. This is a fire concern and a flawed BMW design that needs proper correction before fatalities occur.
I took my vehicle to a BMW authorized service dealer for the repair of the "AirBag Recall" notice I received in the mail. The dealer did the recall repair and about a week later the light came back on and has remained on. After that happened my electric started acting up and also I was not able to get my convertible roof to go up or down ever again. I politely contacted the dealership, (and not wanting to bad mouth them) it apparently fell on deaf ears followed by what I felt was an accusation and insult on my ignorance of being an older woman and that it was impossible,that maybe I did something to it. I didn't want to issue a complaint because they ARE a reputable operation plus I'm retire
WENT TOGO TO WORK AND TRIED TO BACK CAR OUR OF DRIVEWAY AND NO REVERSE. NOTHING. SEE THIS IS A VERY COMMON ISSUE WITH THE 3 SERIES. 112XXX ON MY BMW
NO TIENE FUERSA PARA GAS ,MUY DESPASIO Y TIENE PROBLEM AS CON EL ENGI LIGHT ON
2000 BMW 325ci questions
Does the 2000 BMW 325ci have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2000 BMW 325ci: Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode or Underinflate; Passenger airbag may explode and send metal shrapnel into occupants; Driver airbag may rupture or underinflate in a crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 BMW 325ci?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (2), Unknown Or Other (2), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2000 BMW 325ci has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.