2002 BMW 325XI Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 15%of 68 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 70,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2002 BMW 325XI, 15% of the 68 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 70,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 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.
“Noticed that left front turn signal is out at times. Dealership technician found that left front turn signal bulb and socket are burnt. Fault 36 (turn indicator, front left, faulty) is set in fault memory. Checked left front turn signal bulb and socket are burnt. Replaced front turn signal bulb and socket.”
NHTSA complaint #10493121, filed 2013-01, 25,650 miles“The tail lights electric connector module is dysfunctional. It is burned out on the passenger side. As a result, brake lights and turn indicator lights are not functional. This failure has previously happened on the driver side tail lights as well. The cause was similar. The ground cable and electric connector were burned out.”
NHTSA complaint #10316038, filed 2010-03, 74,500 miles“I have a 2003 Bmw 325XI but there isn't a 2003 year to enter for some reason. Both tail lights and both headlights have gone out multiple times. Hazard light and main lock next to hazard light button have gone out completely, dash warning light have also gone out but have since been fixed with fuses.”
NHTSA complaint #10376235, filed 2011-01, 128,000 miles“About 3 months ago noted my tail/turn signal light out indicator on dash, but all bulbs were good. Problem intermittent at first, but then became constant on left light indicator. Went on Bmw internet forum and found this is a common problem to 3-series ascribed to ground not good enough, buring pin/port on connector. Indeed this is what happened on the left side of the tail light housing/connector. …”
NHTSA complaint #10396556, filed 2011-04, 50,000 miles“Dashboard indicator reports right rear taillight not functioning though lights and turn signal functioning. Rear right taillight and turn signal have ceased to function twice since purchase on 10/10/11. Manufacturer claims this car not covered by current recall (11v438000).”
NHTSA complaint #10434802, filed 2011-11, 154,000 milesRelated recalls
- 11V438000Aug 26, 2011Bmw is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi vehicles manufactured from september 1, 2001, through march 1, 2005. Over time…Covers: BMW 325XI 2002–2005, 325I 2002–2005, 330I 2002–2005 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 10037025Aug 1, 2010Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty.
Exterior lighting: other model years
Other parts of the 2002 BMW 325XI
15 complaintsEngine
15 complaintsAir bags
13 complaintsSuspension
9 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsTires
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 BMW 325XI
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology