CarRecallWatchThe 2009 BMW 325xi has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).
2009 BMW 325xi recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
Some vehicles may have had their original steering wheel replaced with a sport or M-sport steering wheel that contains a driver airbag inflator that can explode when the airbag deploys.
Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles contains an ammonium nitrate propellant that was not properly dried.
Overheating wiring can melt connectors and cause fire
The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning may overheat.
Most common 2009 BMW 325xi problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 BMW 328I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 17V676000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND 17V683000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER FAILED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WITHIN A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME. THE DEALER (A&L BMW, 3780 WILLIAM PENN HWY, MONROEVILLE, PA 15146) CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. *TT*JB
2009 BMW 325xi questions
Does the 2009 BMW 325xi have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 BMW 325xi: Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Overheating wiring can melt connectors and cause fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 BMW 325xi?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (1), Engine (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 BMW 325xi 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.