CarRecallWatchThe 2001 BMW 325i has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 151 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 8 fires, 20 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (51 reports).
2001 BMW 325i recalls
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.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments
The passenger side frontal airbag may build up excessive internal pressure when it deploys, which could cause the inflator to rupture.
Most common 2001 BMW 325i problems
Problem areas named in the 151 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 51 |
| Exterior Lighting | 25 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 18 |
| Electrical System | 18 |
| Visibility | 14 |
| Power Train | 12 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Engine | 6 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 5 |
| Equipment | 5 |
What owners report
Steering wheel angle sensor internal abc-dsc issues, yellow light is on.. Is there a recall for this issue!? Also front door passenger side air bag is not working, I have used OBD reader to confirm all the above...
The contact owns a 2001 BMW 325I. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 20V018000 (Air Bags) and 17V047000 (Air Bags); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact called another local dealer Ferman BMW (31400 US Hwy 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684); but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2001 BMW 325I. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was scanned using a hand-held diagnostic machine. The DTC code 02: Ignition Decay 1/Belt Tensioner Driver was retrieved. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 195,000.
The contact owns a 2001 BMW 325i. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked overnight and off, the vehicle caught on fire. The contact was alerted by her father that the vehicle was on fire. There were no occupants at the time of the fire. The entire front end of the vehicle was engulfed in flames. The fire department was called to the scene. It was unknown if there was a fire report was filed. There were no injuries sustained. The father of the contact had a truck parked in front and due to the flames of the vehicle fire, it melted the front of the parked vehicle causing damage. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not driveabl
I am having a major electrical short in my trunk area affecting my critical tail lights functionalities and common trunk function. I cannot use my turning signals or brake lights or lights in general when driving my vehicle from the rear my lights are not operable. This is a huge safety concern and risk thatâs need to be recalled affecting millions I'm for certain. Along with that I am having steering issue with my steering rack called âsteering Wanderâ. Not being able to control you vehicle with supreme confidence is a issue which can easily lead to collisions.
2001 BMW 325i questions
Does the 2001 BMW 325i have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2001 BMW 325i: Passenger airbag may explode and send metal shrapnel into occupants; Driver airbag may rupture or underinflate in a crash; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 BMW 325i?
Based on 151 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (51), Exterior Lighting (25), Engine And Engine Cooling (18).
How do I check if a recall on my 2001 BMW 325i 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.