2002 BMW 525IA Sport Wagon Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 525IA Sport Wagon years
- Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2002 BMW 525IA Sport Wagon. That ranks 2nd out of 2 525IA Sport Wagon model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 89,000 miles. 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 2002 BMW 525IA Sport Wagon 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 and Engine Cooling | 1 | 100% | 89,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 100% | 89,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2002 BMW 525IA Sport Wagon recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Tires:sidewall
Problem: Vehicle description: during the tire mounting process on certain passenger vehicles built with standard (non-sport) suspension and equipped with continental contitouringcontact ch95 ecoplus tires, size 225/65r16 95h, having dot codes 4001, 4101, or 4201, the outer sidewall surface of the tires may have been cut by a sharp edge. Operation of the vehicle over a long period of time could lead to a reduction of inflation pressure.
Risk: Continued driving with low inflation pressure in the tire could ultimately result in damage to the tire, affect vehicle handling and control, and could in some cases result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect all five tires for a possible cut in the sidewall, and if a cut is found, the tire will be replaced. Owner notification began december 10, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
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.
Reverse drum for transmission went out unexpectedly at 89,000 miles. Many others are having this issue, but bmw has failed to take responsibility for the defect in the part which breaks due to the metal piece being too thin. No recalls either. Bmw should be forced recall this part, as it costs…
Other BMW 525IA Sport Wagon years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 525IA Sport Wagon | 6 | 0 |
| 2002 | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 BMW 525IA Sport Wagon?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, power train problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2002 BMW 525IA Sport Wagon?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2002 BMW 525IA Sport Wagon a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 525IA Sport Wagon model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.