1993 BMW 325I Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 24%of 21 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 155,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the engine cooling of the 1993 BMW 325I, 24% of the 21 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 155,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 1993 Bmw 325I. The contact stated that the vehicle was overheating, the antifreeze was leaking and the radiator fan was inoperable. In addition, the reservoir for the radiator was not mounted correctly. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the contact was awaiting diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who stated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 155,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10403895, filed 2011-05, 155,000 miles“Recall 98v178000; dealer replaced radiator cap for the recall. However, heater core still leaks coolant, causing smell and fogging up of the windows which could cause visual difficulty, and result in a crash. Owner is also concerned that the coolant could spill into passenger compartment front foot area. Manufacturer is not willing to replace the heater core.”
NHTSA complaint #857477, filed 2000-02“Consumer said check coolant light cam on at 37,901 miles. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer replaced water pump housing/ coolant level sensor, and thermostat. Car was sitting for about a year before problem came back at 88,253 miles, consumer took car back to dealer because coolant light was coming on. Dlr replaced radiator, thermostat and water pump. In 1998, received a recall on radiator cap. Took to dealer and they replaced the cap.”
NHTSA complaint #869139, filed 2000-08“Consumer contacted dealer for recall 98v178000 repairs. Dealership remedied vehicle as stated in recall, but consumer was experiencing the same problem. Please provide further details.”
NHTSA complaint #898523, filed 2001-10Related recalls
- 98V178000Aug 4, 1998Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A malfunction or failure of a coolant system component, such as a thermostat, water pump, or fan belt, can result in…Covers: BMW 325I 1992–1995, 735I 1988–1995, 735ILA 1988–1995 +28 more
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 27 | 5% |
| 2004 | 1 | 1% |
| 2003 | 11 | 6% |
| 2002 | 9 | 6% |
| 2001 | 17 | 11% |
| 1995 | 3 | 10% |
| 1994 | 4 | 24% |
| 1993 | 5 | 24% |
| 1992 | 14 | 35% |
| 1989 | 2 | 25% |
| 1988 | 1 | 20% |
| 1987 | 1 | 20% |
Other parts of the 1993 BMW 325I
4 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 BMW 325I
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.
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