1995 BMW 525IA Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 525IA years
- Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 BMW 525IA. That is the most of any 525IA model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is air bags (2 complaints, 67%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1995 BMW 525IA 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 67% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 33% | 173,800 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1995 BMW 525IA recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A malfunction or failure of a coolant system component, such as a thermostat, water pump, or fan belt, can result in significantly increased coolant temperature and system pressure. If the indications of a critical overheating condition is not noticed by the driver, it is possible that damage to, or failure of, a coolant system component could occur.
Risk: If a crack were to form or a seam were to separate in the heater core end piece, hot coolant could suddenly be expelled, increasing the risk of personal injury to a vehicle occupant.
Fix: Dealers will install a new design radiator cap to control pressure and provide greater coolant overflow in the event of overheating.
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Problem: The double-lock feature can engage with occupants and the door/ignition key inside the vehicle.
Risk: The occupants of the vehicle would be unable to exit either from the doors or from the windows of the vehicle. Drive-away protection would prevent the engine from starting.
Fix: Dealers will replace the general control module with one containing the revised software to permit window opening with the double-lock engaged and key in the ignition.
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.
Dt*: the contact stated while starting the vehicle the coolant light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop for inspection. The mechanic replaced the radiator and hoses, gasket valve cover, regulator switch and determined the engine may be damaged. There is a nhtsa recall…
Air bag warning comes on/off, light indicating system defect
No deployment of air bag during collision, resulting in injuries.
Other BMW 525IA years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 525IA | 3 | 1 |
| 2001 525IA | 1 | 3 |
| 1995 | 3 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1995 BMW 525IA?
Owners most often report air bags, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1995 BMW 525IA?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1995 BMW 525IA a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 525IA model years, the 1995 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.