CarRecallWatchThe 2002 BMW 525IA has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (3 reports).
1Recalls
3Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2002 BMW 525IA recalls
Most common 2002 BMW 525IA problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2003 (NA) BMW 525IA. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STRUCK ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED FACIAL LACERATIONS THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE FRONT SEAT PASSENGER ALSO SUSTAINED FACIAL LACERATION AND A FRACTURED JAW. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED TO A TOW LOT. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 183,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BMW 525IA. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE STALLED AND FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 125,000.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 BMW 525IA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V318000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 05/10/16*LJ THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER, THE PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. UPDATED 05/11/16.*JB
2002 BMW 525IA questions
Does the 2002 BMW 525IA have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2002 BMW 525IA: Tires:Sidewall. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 BMW 525IA?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (3), Engine (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 BMW 525IA 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.