1995 BMW 525I Problems
- Complaints
- 24filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 112,000miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 2.5L 6-cyl RWD · 16 city / 23 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1995 BMW 525I (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 24 consumer complaints for the 1995 BMW 525I. The part named most often is latches, locks and linkages, with 5 complaints (21% of the total), followed by electrical system (4) and engine cooling (4). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 112,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year. Latches, locks and linkages complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the latch filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin 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.
- Electrical system4 17%
- Engine cooling4 17%
- Seat belts3 13%
- Brakes2 8.3%
- Other or unknown2 8.3%
- Vehicle speed control2 8.3%
- Air bags1 4.2%
Also reported: Equipment (1), Body and structure (1), Suspension (1).
Example complaints
Latches, locks and linkages: “Owner of 1995 Bmw 525 was unable to exit car .windows would not open with key on nor did sunroof open. The car would not start. South bay dealership refused to honor recall number 94v219000 as so did Bmw headquarters.”
NHTSA complaint #10311630, filed 2010-02, 153,537 milesElectrical system: “RECAL 94V219000: Double-lock Feature GCM Revised. The double-lock feature can engage with occupants and the door/ignition key inside of the vehicle. The occupants of the vehicle would be unable to exit either from the doors or from the windows of the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #11498676, filed 2022-12Engine cooling: “Coolant system is not working properly. Vehicle is overheating. When vehicle is in red plastic part, coolant system melts. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated not under recall. The cooling system contains a plastic water pump, consumer states this is not a good idea considering it will get hot and not hold up, the water pump shattered, causing vehicle to overheat.”
NHTSA complaint #8001365, filed 2002-01Seat belts: “Door failed to open properly. In addition, electrical problems caused windows and seat belts to malfunction. Finally, short in fuses, resulted in headlights/mirrors and console to malfunction.”
NHTSA complaint #541470, filed 1998-09Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 100,000 and 147,813 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1995 BMW 525I version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 525i RWD | 2.5L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,100 |
| 525i RWD | 2.5L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,350 |
| 525i Touring RWD | 2.5L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,350 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 98V178000Aug 4, 1998Engine and engine cooling › Cooling systemCovers: BMW 525I 1989–1995, 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 525I 1989–1995, 318I 1992–1997, 318IS 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…
- 94V219000Nov 8, 1994Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › LatchCovers: BMW 525I 1994–1995, 525IA 1994–1995, 525IT 1994–1995
The double-lock feature can engage with occupants and the door/ignition key inside the vehicle.
Recall details for the 1995 BMW 525I → · 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 525I
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 72 | 75,000 | 2 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 77 | 99,500 | 3 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 35 | 97,625 | 0 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2004 | 84 | 89,314 | 0 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 32 | 42,188 | 2 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 29 | 77,500 | 4 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 22 | 94,495 | 4 | — | 20 | — | Falling |
| 1995 | 24 | 112,000 | 3 | — | 19 | — | Falling |
| 1994 | 7 | — | 4 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 1993 | 5 | 230,000 | 3 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 18 | 101,000 | 4 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1991 | 13 | 137,723 | 4 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 11 | 132,600 | 3 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
All BMW 525I model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1995 BMW 525I have?
NHTSA recorded 24 consumer complaints for the 1995 BMW 525I as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1995 BMW 525I is reported most often?
Latches, locks and linkages is named most often, in 5 complaints (21% of the total), followed by electrical system with 4.
Has the 1995 BMW 525I been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1995 BMW 525I get?
The EPA rates the 1995 BMW 525I (525i, 2.5L 6-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 16 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,350 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1995 BMW 525I reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 112,000 miles and the middle half falls between 100,000 and 147,813 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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
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.