2004 BMW 320I Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 320I years
- Not enough data 8th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2004 BMW 320I. That ranks 8th out of 13 320I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 BMW 320I problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2004 BMW 320I recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleDo not drive
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Car burned while parked
Other BMW 320I years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 320I | 21 | 0 |
| 2017 320I | 9 | 0 |
| 2016 320I | 25 | 0 |
| 2015 320I | 34 | 3 |
| 2014 320I | 53 | 7 |
| 2013 320I | 9 | 3 |
| 2012 320I | 3 | 3 |
| 2005 320I | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 | 1 | 1 |
| 2003 320I | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 320I | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 320I | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 320I | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 BMW 320I?
Owners most often report engine, unknown or other problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2004 BMW 320I?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 BMW 320I a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 320I model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.