2004 BMW 525I Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 5%of 84 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 139,873miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the brakes of the 2004 BMW 525I, 5% of the 84 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 139,873 miles.
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.
“Our cars brakes failed and it was impossible to stop we replaced the brake pads and sensors and tested the car and it did not make any difference as the old pads were still over 60%.we took the car to Bmw of arlington texas for repairs. …”
NHTSA complaint #10579404, filed 2014-04, 132,746 miles“I experienced a rough idle while parked or stopped at light. Independent mechanic said there was a vac leak associated with the brake vac pump which could cause brake damage and/or failure. Bmw stated that the recall for this problem was VIN specific. #2 passenger restraint and air bag lite are on, same answer from Bmw.”
NHTSA complaint #10822225, filed 2016-01, 147,000 miles“2004 Bmw 525I experiencing problems with the brake equipment.***no answer required***. Consumer continued to experience problems with breaks squeaking and the glove box latch which was broken by the service techician. Dealership refuses to get back with consumer.”
NHTSA complaint #10127945, filed 2005-02Related service bulletins
- 10194296Apr 1, 2021Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 4 | 6% |
| 2006 | 11 | 14% |
| 2005 | 1 | 3% |
| 2004 | 4 | 5% |
| 2003 | 1 | 3% |
| 2002 | 1 | 3% |
| 2001 | 1 | 5% |
| 1995 | 2 | 8% |
| 1992 | 1 | 6% |
| 1990 | 2 | 18% |
Other parts of the 2004 BMW 525I
33 complaintsElectrical system
21 complaintsSeats
17 complaintsSeat belts
14 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 BMW 525I
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.
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