1995 BMW E36 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 10, 2006 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other E36 years
Not enough data 3rd of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1995 BMW E36. That ranks 3rd out of 3 E36 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is visibility (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 90,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 1995 BMW E36 problems

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

Visibility1 · ~90,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Visibility1100%90,000——

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

1995 BMW E36 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1995 BMW E36.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

3 series models (e36) and notably the 318ti bmw automobiles have an extremely high failure rate for the window regulators. Its not uncommon to have to repair them annually at a cost of approx 300 dollars per door. The failure occurs without warning causing the window to jam, or fall inside the…

Visibility · received Jul 10, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10162017

Other BMW E36 years

2002 E36 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2003 E36130
2002 E3670
199510

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1995 BMW E36?

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

Was there a recall on the 1995 BMW E36?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1995 BMW E36 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other E36 model years, the 1995 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.