The contact owns a 2002 BMW 325CI. The contact received notifications of the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 15V318000 (Air Bags) and 13V172000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the recall repairs were completed. The vehicle was retrieved from the dealer. The contact stated that upon retrieving the vehicle from the dealer, the contact's husband stated that while starting the vehicle, the instrument cluster failed to power on, and the air bag warning light was illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the instrument cluster was not working when the vehicle was brought to the dealer. The contact was informed that the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the parts were ordered. The vehicle was being repaired. In addition, the contact was not informed if the repair was covered by the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was informed that the issue was between the contact and the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 164,000.
The worst 2002 BMW 325CI problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags23
- Electrical3
- Body2
- Engine1
- Lights1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Airbags23
- Electrical3
- Body2
- Engine1
- Lights1
- Seat belts1
- Suspension1
Recalls 3
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
Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi Sedans, and 325xi and 325i Sportswagons, 2002-2006 330Ci, 325Ci, and M3 Convertibles and 325i, 330i, and M3 Coupes, 2002-2003 M5, 540i, 525i Sedan, and 530i Sedans, and 540i and 525i Sportswagons, and 2003 X5 3.0i and 4.4i Sports Activity Vehicles. Please note that the 5-series and X5 vehicles are only included if they are equipped with the optional sports steering wheel. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the vehicle has been remedied. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began Aug 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V‑348 in its entirety. Additionally, vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously as part of a recall remedy need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well. Note: On December 17, 2015 BMW removed the model year 2004 X5 3.0i and 4.4i Sports Activity vehicle from this recall. Those vehicles were mistakenly identified as including the air bags that are subject to this recall.
Recall number 15V318000 · Recall details
Air bags
- What is wrong
- BMW is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans; 325Ci and 330Ci coupes and convertibles; 325iT and 325xiT Sports Wagons; and M3 coupes and convertibles to address a safety defect in the passenger side frontal air bag which may produce excessive internal pressure causing the inflator to rupture upon deployment of the air bag.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the passenger seat occupant or other occupants.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. BMW intends to issue initial notifications to owners informing them of the safety defect in June 2013. Once replacement parts are available, estimated for July, BMW will notify owners again to contact their dealers and schedule a replacement of the passenger air bag, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Recall number 13V172000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 BMW 325CI 16
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.
- Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal...
- Service action
- Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs
- Takata class action settlement. customer support program. front driver side airbag modules.
- For the above-referenced vehicles with driver?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?)...
- For the above-referenced vehicles with passenger?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW...
- In an effort to improve the completion rate on Takata air bag recall affected vehicles; BMW NA has...
- Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles This Service Information bulletin supersedes...
- Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles
2002 BMW 325CI fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 6‑cyl | RWD | 17-18 | 24-27 | 20-21 |
What 2002 BMW 325CI owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I brought my 325ci into BMW Buena Park to have an airbag recall completed. There were no issues prior to dropping the car off at dealership but when the car was returned the airbag system light was on and was filled with error codes. I returned the car to the dealer and they cleared the codes but on my way home the dash light returned and faults were present after taking to 2 independent specialists. I returned to the dealer and spoke to service manager who said they would review and let me know their findings. They never responded and left me with a car that is now unsafe to drive. I believe this is the result of poor workmanship in addressing an the federal safety agency recall and has turned a potential safety concern into a real one. I have contacted BMW USA about this as well.
2002 bmw 325 I. Consumer writes in regards to airbag safety recall. The consumer stated the air bag warning light remained illuminated after the recall repair was completed. The dealer and manufacturer stated the consumer would be responsible for any remaining expenses.the vehicle's warranty has expired.
When putting on seatbelt on both driver and passenger side the seatbelt will go in and moments later during driving it will unclique and come off this happens every once in a while not all the time. Just happens while the vehicle is in motion and stationary mostly while the vehicle is stationary. You can hear it click and sometimes I even pull it to make sure it is clicked in because of this problem and sometimes after I do that it will unclick, it happens mostly on the driver side but every once in a while on the passenger side not know if this happens in the rear seat belts.
Tl* the contact owned a 2002 bmw 325ci. The contact called on behalf of the driver. While making a left turn, the contact's vehicle was involved in a head on collision. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver of the contact's vehicle sustained bruises, but did not require medical attention. The driver of the other vehicle was not injured. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to a tow lot. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for the air bag failure. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.
Just took my 2002 bmw in to replace defective airbags. Bmw sterling, va wanted $1611.05 to replace airbag control unit/sid. Did not pay them... This should be looked into immediately... They are ripping people off. They replaced the airbags and you have a light on - so are they functional or not... They are ripping people off... [xxx] [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2002 bmw 325ci. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 13v172000 (air bags) and 15v318000 (air bags); however, the parts were not available for the recall repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2002 bmw 325ci. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v318000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
I got this recall last year...I called the dealership here in clear lake houston, and I was told they don't make the airbags for this recall... And he said call back ......well I have for 2 years not! Then I got a new letter saying that they where in stock and make an appointment so I callled the dealership again.........and again I was told they don't make these parts......im sorry but this doesn't make me feel very safe. I guess I just don't understand why they don't make these parts..its suppose to protect me
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2002 bmw 325ci. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v318000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
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Questions about the 2002 BMW 325CI
Is the 2002 BMW 325CI reliable?
Owners have filed 30 complaints about the 2002 BMW 325CI, fewer than a typical 325CI model year.
What is the 2002 BMW 325CI year score?
The 2002 BMW 325CI scores 78 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the BMW 325CI: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 BMW 325CI?
Airbags, with 23 complaints, typically around 115,000 miles. Next is electrical (3).
How many recalls does the 2002 BMW 325CI have?
3 recalls, covering air bags.
Was there a recall on the 2002 BMW 325CI airbags?
Yes, 3 recalls: 20V018000, 15V318000, 13V172000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the BMW 325CI have bad airbags?
The BMW 325CI model years with the most airbags complaints are 2004 (41 complaints), 2002 (23 complaints) and 2006 (23 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2002 BMW 325CI get?
Official estimates for the 2002 BMW 325CI range from 20 to 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 17-18 city and 24-27 highway.
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