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The worst 2004 BMW 320I problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine1
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- Engine1
Recalls 1
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2005 323iT, 325iT, 325xiT, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci, 330Ci, M3 Coupe, 323Cic, 325Cic, 330Cic, and M3 Convertible vehicles equipped with non-desiccated frontal Takata PSAN inflators and PSPI passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger's front air bag, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 20V018000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2004 BMW 320I 3
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What 2004 BMW 320I owners say
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Questions about the 2004 BMW 320I
Is the 2004 BMW 320I reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2004 BMW 320I, fewer than a typical 320I model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 BMW 320I?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2004 BMW 320I have?
1 recall, covering air bags.
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