Car lost power due to problem with transmission. Car has 120,000 miles and new transmission was also required at 55,000 in 2000. Bmw 3 series transmissions seem to be defective. There are numerous complaints of transmissions suddenly failing in 3 series.
The worst 1994 BMW 325 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration4
- Airbags4
- Engine4
- Body3
- Transmission3
Problems by type
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- Acceleration4
- Airbags4
- Engine4
- Body3
- Transmission3
- Brakes2
- Seats2
- Electrical1
- Lights1
- Seat belts1
- Steering1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
- Visibility1
Recalls 1
Seat belts: front: anchorage
- What is wrong
- In a fmvss no. 208 30 miles-per-hour compliance test, an unbelted test driver dummy's chest maximum resultant acceleration was 70.8 g's, which exceeds the maximum allowable value of 60 g's. Also, the unbelted passenger dummy's left femur maximum load was 2361 lbs, which exceeds maximum allowable value of 2250 lbs. The vehicles do not comply with fmvss no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: in the event of an accident, the occupant will be subjected to an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy
- On automatic transmission models only, the dealer will replace the transmission support crossmember with a crossmember used on the manual transmission model. Also, the transmission rear bushing supports will be replaced with bushing having different performance characteristics. The steering column front support bearing at the firewall will be replaced with a modified part using a teflon inner surface and teflon spray will be applied to the column housing in the area of the bearing. A brace will be added between the knee bolster support and the steering column.
Recall number 94V151000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1994 BMW 325 10
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- Child airbag letter, warning label and safety reference card. tw
- Wind noise diagnostics. tw
- Recall 96V111 - this recall campaign involves the brake light switch. tw
- Ratcheting/clicking noise from a/c compressor after turn-off. tw
- Cruise control set speed drops slightly. tw
- Internal software problem in zae control module causing SRS warning lamp illumination. tw
- Dash warping above center vent. tw
- Unknown
- Engine will not start, primarily during cold weather or high altitude. tw
What 1994 BMW 325 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The vehicle's engine failed at 80,000 miles. *nm the consumer was told that his engine was not repairable because it would not hold oil . *tc the engine had been well maintained. The consumer was also informed that a new water pump was needed. *sc
Tire at approximately 60 % tread remaining on tire, the tread pealed off the casing and caused damage to under fender and to rim of car when tire blew and ran on rim off road-no personal injuries.
Brake light switch was repaired once under recall. Consumer stated that there was a light coming on that said check brake light circuit. Consumer stated this light constantly came on. *ak consumer feels the brake switch is also faulty, however dealer will not replace it.
Airbag light is on. Took to dealer, and they said airbag control unit failed. Airbag won't deploy in an accident. *ak
On certain stretches of california freeways having a long downgrade with car travelling at 55 MPH, brakes fade, emit a smell, and it is difficult to slow or stop car unless 2 feet are used on the pedal. This happened twice at two locations (i5 grapevine @ bakersfield heading north, and i580 near livermore heading east).
All four doors and driver seat rattle constantly. After numerous visits to the dealer, the bmw area rep finally ordered that tape be placed around the doors. This took 4 years to achieve and cured the door rattles for one day, upon which they returned. By the time the area rep returned, the car was out of warranty. I had to move away for a job change. The next step would have been to replace rubber door seals. The dealer also damaged the driver seat, causing it to rattle and squeak, the first visit to repair the door problem. Neither the door or seat rattles have been fixed to this day.
Unable to unlock steering wheel and gear shift lever with key unless steering wheel is violently pulled. Dealer was notified of this problem many times since car was new but did not/could not correct it.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Recall #98v‑178.000/bmw/coolant system: radiator cap malfunctioned, causing three hoses to blow. Also, heater control valve failed and caused steam to enter into vehicle while driving. Approximately a week or less later , a manufacturer's recall notice received. Notified manufacturer, and was informed that coolant system, radiator cap malfuctioning was not the cause of vehicle problem. Seeking help in this matter from the federal safety agency.
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Questions about the 1994 BMW 325
Is the 1994 BMW 325 reliable?
Owners have filed 25 complaints about the 1994 BMW 325, 2.8 times a typical 325 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1994 BMW 325?
Acceleration and speed control, with 4 complaints. Next is airbags (4).
How many recalls does the 1994 BMW 325 have?
1 recall, covering seat belts.
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