2000 BMW 325I Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 15, 2020 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 325I years
Not enough data 8th of 15 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
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Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2000 BMW 325I. That ranks 8th out of 15 325I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 180,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2000 BMW 325I problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Air Bags1 · ~180,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags1100%180,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2000 BMW 325I recalls (2)

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Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleDo not driveJan 15, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V018000 · 292,948 vehicles

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.

Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator moduleNov 26, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V853000 · 74,185 vehicles

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 1999-2001 323i, 325i, 328i and 330i and 2000-2001 323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci, 330Ci, 323iT, and 325iT vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) manufactured by Takata. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver air bag as part of a vehicle repair. Due to a manufacturing issue, the replacement NADI inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.

Fix: BMW notified owners, and Dealers will replace the driver air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 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.

I'm trying to get the tags for this bmw it's being part for one year because i didn't have the money and now that i do the dmw is making it a big deal it's never being in a junkyard

Air Bags · received Oct 15, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11033466

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 BMW 325I?

Owners most often report air bags problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2000 BMW 325I?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2000 BMW 325I a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 325I model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.