Tl* the contact owns a 1995 bmw 325i. While driving at approximately 40 MPH, the temperature gauge needle went to the hot position without warning. The contact pulled over and observed that the radiator was steaming. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the radiator reservoir and the temperature sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 98v178000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
The worst 1995 BMW 325I problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Transmission5
- Brakes4
- Engine4
- Acceleration3
- Airbags3
Problems by type
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- Transmission5
- Brakes4
- Engine4
- Acceleration3
- Airbags3
- Body3
- Electrical3
- Fuel system2
- Seat belts2
- Steering2
- Suspension2
- Tires2
- Lights1
- Visibility1
Recalls 2
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system
- What is wrong
- 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 overheating condition is not noticed by the driver, it is possible that damage to, or failure of, a coolant system component could occur.
- Risk
- If a crack were to form or a seam were to separate in the heater core end piece, hot coolant could suddenly be expelled, increasing the risk of personal injury to a vehicle occupant.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new design radiator cap to control pressure and provide greater coolant overflow in the event of overheating.
Recall number 98V178000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- 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 breaks, the outer cable housing can separate from the bushing. In this case, during application of the throttle pedal without cruise control being engaged, the outer tube could catch on the edge of the broken bushing.
- Risk
- This could cause the throttle valve to remain partially open. It his were to occur, the car might not decelerate as expected increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a spring steel clip on the outer tube of each cable in the area of the adjusting screw and plastic bushing. The clip is designed to prevent the outer tube from dislodging from the bushing.
Recall number 97V131000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1995 BMW 325I 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1995 BMW 325I owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
1- steering shakes a lot at speed 45 and over and uneven wear on both front tire. 2- the shop lifted up the car and said that both sides of the frame that holding the sway bar are rusted through and nothing can be done but to go to the dealer. 3- well the dealer was not co-operative on the issue and want me to pay for the fix.
Took my vehicle into bmw - to have (throttle recall ) work performed. Apparently, it was not done or if it was done, was not to specifications. The problem persists and now, the vehicle will jump forward, while my foot is on the brake pedal. Also, bmw has refused to correct the short in the right rear brake light. When the brake is applied, the 'check 1 rear brake light' will illuminate - for about 5 - 7 minutes. Airbag light will also come on when the brake is applied. Now the vehicle will stall in traffic, RPM' is fine at 70 miles per hour ( not safe), I would prefer to drive the posted speed limit - in california. Thank you for your assistance into this matter.
Tl* - the contact owns a 1995 bmw 325i. The contact stated that there was safety recall 98v178000 concernig engine cooling system. However , the recall did not include this vehicle due to VIN. The contact's complained that they recall involved the same t failure as the contact was having with this vehicle.. The contact stated that the vehicle first overheated on 02/04/07, and this never happened before. She was driving at 55 MPH and the weather was cold, but nice. Also, the contact received recall 97v131000 withn which she currently did not have a problem. However she would like to have that repaired as well. The contact was told in this case that the safety recall died not apply to this vehicle due to the VIN either. The contact would like to have the recall repairs made under the recall.
Bought four goodyear assurance triple tread tires (warranty for 80,000 - 85,000 miles) at belle tire in june '05. (tires never felt right.) by november '05, after only 10,000 miles, tires were worn to the tread bar. Belle tire blamed everything except the tire, went to 3 different locations and waited over two weeks for problem to be 'resolved'. Issue was not resolved to customer satisfaction. Also, belle tire charged for an alignment in june '05, when in fact the location did not have the proper equipment to do the alignment (german-engineered vehicles require special equipment). Belle tire refused to reimburse the alleged 'alignment'.
I was the victim of a hit and run accident that totaled my car. After I initiated the insurance claim process I found out that I bought a car that had a "salvage title" which I never knew it had. The dealer sold the car to me for "full kelley blue book price" and the finance company has been collecting my payments based on the car being a non-defect title car. Also my insurance company has been accepting full coverage payments from me, however, after I had the accident and the insurance company discovered it was a "salvage title", now the insurance company only wants to pay for the "salvage value" of the car. I have a 1995 bmw 325i. The car was financed, through the auto dealership for $15,000. I was never told it was a "salvage titled car". Now, the insurance company only wants to pay $3,500. I've been paying on the car for three years, $360 per month. I still owe $11,000 on the finance agreement. Didn't the finance company know I'd bought a salvaged vehicle? Aren't all three entities guilty of overcharging me for a salvage vehicle?
Dealer recommends that tail light assemblies be replaced because electrical components have worn, leaving brake lights unreliable. How can a non-moving electrical part wear out?
The driver side seat belt has been replaced three or four times. *ph
Transmission failed for second time, vehicle has fewer than 60,000 miles. Vehicle has a system which basically shuts down the vehicle when a "warning" is generated, and the vehicle stopped suddenly in the middle of traffic. Would have been a major issue if I have been on a freeway.
Vehicle jumped from 1st gear to neutral.*ak *ts
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Questions about the 1995 BMW 325I
Is the 1995 BMW 325I reliable?
Owners have filed 31 complaints about the 1995 BMW 325I, fewer than a typical 325I model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 BMW 325I?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 5 complaints. Next is brakes (4).
How many recalls does the 1995 BMW 325I have?
2 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling and vehicle speed control.
What year does the BMW 325I have bad transmission?
The BMW 325I model years with the most transmission complaints are 2003 (18 complaints), 2001 (12 complaints) and 2006 (11 complaints).
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