BMW 325IT Problems by Year
NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the BMW 325IT, across 6 model years (2000–2005). The 2001 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.
BMW 325IT years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 325IT model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2001 325IT: 4 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2003 325IT: 3 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2004 325IT: 1 complaint, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW 325IT problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW 325IT model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 325IT | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2004 325IT | 1 | 1 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2003 325IT | 3 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2002 325IT | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2001 325IT | 4 | 4 | — | Suspension | |
| 2000 325IT | 0 | 2 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 325IT years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2001 (4), 2003 (3), 2004 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW 325IT?
Suspension, with 3 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the BMW 325IT have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.