Tl* the contact owns a 2001 bmw 325i. When the brake pedal was depressed, the passenger side tail light became inoperable. In addition, the headlights flashed independently without warning. The contact also stated that the headlights became inoperable intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 190,000.
2001 BMW 325I: headlights failing or too dim
5 of the 151 complaints about the 2001 BMW 325I describe headlights failing or too dim.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 1 service bulletin covers this area of the car. See below
Headlights failing or too dim by model year
What owners say
Headlights flicker on and off while driving. Tail lights and brake lights non-functional. I believe this is an issue related to previous recall of bmw's recalled in the federal safety agency campaign number 11v438000. I called bmw which told me my car was not covered under that recall. I believe that it should be.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 bmw 325i. The contact stated that his dashboard began to illuminate indicating light failure and immediately after the contact turned the headlights on and they began to flash. The contact was able to remedy the failure by unplugging the rear brake assembly. The contact was informed of a recall for this failure but the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included. The failure and current mileage was 137,000. ...updated 10/17/12
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 bmw 325i. The contact stated that the headlights failed and would flash on and off sporadically. The dealer advised the contact that the rear tail light bulb carrier failed and caused the headlights to fail. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure and the current mileage was 207,000. Updated 02/15/12 *bf the consumer referenced recal # 11v438000. The right rear tail light bulb was replaced. Updated 04/18/12
Halogen headlights & turn signals go on and off when the vehicle desires. Has been taken in for examination on 4 separate occasions. Currently the turn signals are out again and have not been repaired. Front driver side window inoperable, front passenger side window inoperable, sunroof clips broken, both rear side door panels have fallen off. All have been taken in at separate times and all have been repaired.
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Related recalls
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Questions about the 2001 BMW 325I headlights
Is headlights failing or too dim a common problem on the 2001 BMW 325I?
5 of 151 owner complaints about the 2001 BMW 325I (3%) mention headlights failing or too dim. The model year with the most reports is 2004.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2001 BMW 325I?
There are 0 recalls and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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