Bmw 325 1994
Model 325 made in 1994 by Bmw got 36 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 10 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, equipment and exterior lighting. There was one recall concerning seat belts . The car has one 2.5l engine.
Model 1994
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 20/28/23 | 22/35/26 | Premium | $ 881 | 2 | 930922 |
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 19/28/22 | 21/36/26 | Premium | $ 921 | 2 | 930922 |
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 20/28/23 | 22/35/26 | Premium | $ 881 | 3 | 930922 |
| ( 2.5L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 19/28/22 | 21/36/26 | Premium | $ 921 | 3 | 930922 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | ||||||||||||||||
| 94V151000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 09/01/1992 to 08/01/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 57000 | 12/02/1994 | OVSC | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 08/10/1994 | 08/18/1994 | 571 | 208 | |||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Consequence of non-compliance: in the event of an accident, the occupant will be subjected to an increased risk of injury. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: interior systems; passive restraints; air bag; driver; fmvss n0. 208.vehicle description: passenger cars, models 325i, 325ia, 325is, 325sa, and m3.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the noncompliance, please contact bmw service center at 1-800-831-1117. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||||
| 720294(4138) | 03/01/1995 | 39804 | Internal software problem in zae control module causing srs warning lamp illumination. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| 720294(4138) | 03/01/1995 | 3010701 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| 120794(4116) | 01/01/1995 | 120194(3947) | 39114 | Engine will not start, primarily during cold weather or high altitude. *tw | 03/16/1995 |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||||
| 640594(4123) | 04/01/1995 | 42053 | Ratcheting/clicking noise from a/c compressor after turn-off. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS | |||||
| 72/07/96 | 12/01/1996 | 50678 | Child airbag letter, warning label and safety reference card. *tw | 05/27/1997 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | |||||
| MSG1016 | 10/01/1996 | 50897 | Recall 96v111 - this recall campaign involves the brake light switch. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||||
| 41/03/96 | 11/01/1996 | 50679 | Wind noise diagnostics. *tw | 05/27/1997 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 720294(4138) | 03/01/1995 | 3010701 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| 510894(4129) | 03/01/1995 | 39806 | Dash warping above center vent. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||||
| 650295(4168) | 04/01/1995 | 42055 | Cruise control set speed drops slightly. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||
| 05/28/2001 | 1 | 08/01/1994 | |
| Airbag light is on. took to dealer, and they said airbag control unit failed. airbag won't deploy in an accident. *ak *slc | |||
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
| 08/30/1997 | |||
| Vehicle took off by itself and the airbag's did not deploy upon impact.vehicle was totaled.manufacturer has been notified. owner states that there is a safety notice campaign. *ak | |||
| 06/13/1995 | 1 | ||
| Had a frontal collision, driver's air bag did not deploy, totalled vehicle. tt | |||
| 06/13/1995 | 1 | ||
| Had a frontal collision, passenger's air bag did not deploy, totalled vehicle. *ak | |||
| 12/26/1994 | |||
| At 35mph 12:00 position drivers side airbag did not deploy. tt | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
| 07/01/1997 | 20 | 06/01/1994 | |
| The speedometer of the car suddenly went all the way to the end, passing the maximum number, 160 mph, but the car was going at only 40 mph. while this happened, the odometer of the car was accelerating like it was going at 160+mph, that is in only one mile, the odometer read like it had travelled 4-5 miles. while this was hapenning, the car could not go more than about 55-60 mph. as soon as the rpm touched 3000, the engine would shut off, and when it got below 3000rpm, it would go back on again. i stopped the car, and started again, and the problem was gone. a few days later, i was going downhill and it happened again. the car was going at 50 mph and the engine shut off, and did not go back on again. while the car was going downhill and speeding up, i was able to start it again. this problem did not happen occasionally. i explained that to open road bmw at 731 us hwy 1 south, edison nj, 08817, tel 732-985-8450, but they said becuse i could not reproduce the problem right there, there was no way they could know what was wrong with the car. the problem became worse more than a year or so later, but still i could not reproduce the problem in front of the dealer. finally, i took a videotape of the problem, and presented it to the dealer. they fixed the problem for me, but they said my car was not under warranty anymore. i kept explaining to them that the actual mileage of the car was much less than what it showed, but they would not change their minds. they said the problem was the instrument cluster. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 04/08/2004 | 80000 | 2 | 10/28/1999 |
| 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 *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 10/01/1999 | 1 | 12/01/1993 | |
| No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||
| 05/30/1999 | |||
| 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 nhtsa. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 03/01/1994 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle vibration. *tw | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 05/28/2011 | 120000 | ||
| 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. | |||
| 07/15/1996 | 2 | ||
| While driving experienced engine surging, as though in neutral gear, also experienced transmission hesitation while accelerating. *ak *jb | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) | |||
| 05/01/1994 | 14 | 03/01/1994 | |
| 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.*ak | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | |||
| Nhtsa recall #94v151000 interior systems shoulder belt; warning illuminates constantly. northgate bmw made (4) attempts. tt | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 08/01/1994 | 1 | ||
| Seat belt buckle fails to latch. *ak | |||
| SEATS | |||
| 03/27/1994 | 1000 | 03/01/1994 | |
| 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.*ak | |||
| 07/10/1999 | 1 | 02/01/1995 | |
| Driver's side seat broke from the base. no clips. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 06/20/1994 | 4 | 03/01/1994 | |
| 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).*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 1 | |||
| Sudden acceleration at 30 to 40 mph when steering and brakes went bad. dealer can't find problem. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - SWITCHES - BRAKE LIGHT | |||
| 06/01/2001 | 1 | 02/24/2000 | |
| 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. *slc | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 05/01/1994 | 14 | 03/01/1994 | |
| 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.*ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 01/05/1994 | 1 | ||
| Problem w/roof. *sd | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||
| 03/27/1994 | 1000 | 03/01/1994 | |
| 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.*ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE - SUPPORT DEVICE | |||
| 05/01/1994 | 1 | ||
| Trunk hydraulic locking mechanism failed 3 times. *tt | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 06/02/1996 | 1 | 04/06/1994 | |
| Rear lower control arm broke, causing temporary loss of control of vehicle. | |||
| TIRES - TREAD/BELT | |||
| 03/01/2094 | |||
| 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. *ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 03/29/1997 | 1 | 08/27/1994 | |
| Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration, causing a collision. | |||
| 07/15/1996 | 2 | ||
| While driving experienced engine surging, as though in neutral gear, also experienced transmission hesitation while accelerating. *ak *jb | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | |||
| 08/30/1997 | 04/28/1994 | ||
| Accelerator locked up while attempting to enter garage, causing a crash into the house. *ak | |||
| 08/30/1997 | |||
| Vehicle took off by itself and the airbag's did not deploy upon impact.vehicle was totaled.manufacturer has been notified. owner states that there is a safety notice campaign. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||
| 10/21/1995 | |||
| Windshield arm struck windshield cracking it. please describe details. tt | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MO | BALLWIN | 63011 | SUNTRUP WEST COUNTY BMW | 636 227 5454 |