1992 BMW 325IS Problems
- Complaints
- 8filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 178,500miles, 2 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 4campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1992 BMW 325IS (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1992 BMW 325IS. The part named most often is body and structure, with 5 complaints (63% of the total), followed by fuel system (2) and suspension (1). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 178,500 miles. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year.
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.
- Body and structure5 63%
- Fuel system2 25%
- Suspension1 13%
Example complaints
Body and structure: “I recently had the rear end of my car detached itself from the supreme while driving down the road. I have brought the car to several mechanic and have had every individual mechanic say he has seen it happened to my same exact car. And also said I was lucky I didn't crash. After having the car looked at by a mechanic he said that Bmw had manufactured the subframe mounts insufficient and it has resulted in thousands of cases of rear ends falling off of the cars and it is not something that happens with wear and tear. …”
NHTSA complaint #10043405, filed 2003-10, 158,000 milesFuel system: “Left gas tank fuel sending unit has gone bad/is cracked underneith the rear seat, causing fumes/odor to enter into the passenger compartment. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #857785, filed 2000-03Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 158,000 and 199,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 98V178000Aug 4, 1998Engine and engine cooling › Cooling systemCovers: BMW 325IS 1992–1995, 735I 1988–1995, 735ILA 1988–1995 +28 more
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A malfunction or failure of a coolant system component, such as a thermostat, water pump, or fan belt, can result in significantly increased coolant temperature and system pressure. If the indications of a critical…
- 97V131000Aug 19, 1997Vehicle speed controlCovers: BMW 325IS 1992–1995, 525I 1989–1995, 318I 1992–1997 +12 more
The cruise control and throttle cables are attached to the same throttle valve actuating lever at the throttle housing. It is possible that the plastic bushing on either cable could break due to environmental influences coupled with vibration. If the bushing…
- 96V110000Jul 1, 1996Air bags › FrontalCovers: BMW 325IS 1992, 525I 1991–1992, 850I 1991–1992 +9 more
The air bag contact ring locking tab located in the steering wheel assembly can break without warning.
- 96V111000Jul 1, 1996Exterior lighting › Brake lights › SwitchCovers: BMW 325IS 1992–1994, 525I 1990–1994, 325I 1992–1994 +11 more
The brake light switch can fail allowing the switch to remain in the "brake lights off" position or in the "brake lights on" position.
Recall details for the 1992 BMW 325IS → · 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 325IS
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 | 180,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1994 | 10 | 203,907 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1993 | 16 | 116,314 | 3 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1992 | 8 | 178,500 | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1992 BMW 325IS have?
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1992 BMW 325IS as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1992 BMW 325IS is reported most often?
Body and structure is named most often, in 5 complaints (63% of the total), followed by fuel system with 2.
Has the 1992 BMW 325IS been recalled?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 1992 BMW 325IS reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 178,500 miles and the middle half falls between 158,000 and 199,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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.