1993 BMW 325 Problems
- Complaints
- 8filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1993 BMW 325 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1993 BMW 325. The part named most often is air bags, with 3 complaints (38% of the total), followed by fuel system (3) and body and structure (2). Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year. Fuel system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the hoses, lines/piping, and fittings filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags3 38%
- Fuel system3 38%
- Body and structure2 25%
- Brakes1 13%
- Electrical system1 13%
- Engine cooling1 13%
Example complaints
Body and structure: “325is - two rear subframe mounts have completely broken. There is no evidence of abuse/accident. Repair estimates have been written in the $2500-$4000 range. After researching the matter I've found that many others have encountered the problem. I even spoke to a Bmw body shop employee who believes it should have been recalled. I also found another 93 325is owner in san francisco who was able to get Bmw of north america to repair his car (out of warranty) at no cost. I'm currently working with bmwna and my local dealer to achieve the same thing.”
NHTSA complaint #700718, filed 1998-11Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 94V151000Aug 10, 1994Seat belts › Front › AnchorageCovers: BMW 325 1993–1994, M3 1995
In a fmvss no. 208 30 miles-per-hour compliance test, an unbelted test driver dummy's chest maximum resultant acceleration was 70.8 g's, which exceeds the maximum allowable value of 60 g's. Also, the unbelted passenger dummy's left femur maximum load was…
- 94V066000Apr 11, 1994Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: BMW 325 1989–1993, 525 1989–1993, 318 1989–1993 +2 more
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.
- 93V015000Feb 1, 1993Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater coreCovers: BMW 325 1984–1993, 318 1984–1985, 1991–1992, M3 1988–1991
The malfunction or failure of a coolant system component results in significantly increased coolant temperature and a resulting increase in system pressure.
Recall details for the 1993 BMW 325 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10249437Jan 16, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Other model years of the BMW 325
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 8 | 136,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 9 | 70,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 26 | 55,000 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 31 | 149,500 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 23 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1994 | 25 | 100,000 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 8 | — | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 23 | 198,880 | 3 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1991 | 6 | — | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 6 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 11 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 7 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1987 | 15 | 82,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1986 | 9 | 300,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All BMW 325 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1993 BMW 325 have?
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1993 BMW 325 as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1993 BMW 325 is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 3 complaints (38% of the total), followed by fuel system with 3.
Has the 1993 BMW 325 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.