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2009 BMW 325

1 recalls, 0 complaints - 6 TSBs

16V071000 Feb 5, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons,... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
840,000 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2009 BMW 325

6 manufacturer communications from 2 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
350000 EQUIPMENT1
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY1
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS1
B510819 Jan 16, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B510819 Jan 16, 2024
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B611305 Jan 11, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
B611305 Oct 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This doc
B611305 Oct 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This doc
B611305 Oct 1, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This doc

NHTSA Safety Investigations, BMW 325

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

DP92004 Opened: Mar 3, 1992 , Closed: Jun 2, 1992
DP, Closed , Model Year: 1986
DEFECTIVE HEATER CORES
DEFECTIVE HEATER CORES
EA90002 Opened: Oct 12, 1989 , Closed: Oct 30, 1990
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1985
MSTR CYL FAILS TO RELEASE
There is no summary currently available
PE89142 Opened: Jul 14, 1989 , Closed: Oct 12, 1989
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1985
BRAKES DRAG & FAIL
SUMMARY:THE BRAKES REPORTEDLY BEGAN TO DRAG AND LOCK WITHOUTWARNING DURING HIGHWAY DRIVING ON 4 VEHICLES.THE CAUSE IS NOTKNOWN AT THIS TIME.===
PE88086 Opened: Aug 2, 1988 , Closed: Dec 23, 1988
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1985
BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FAILURE
There is no summary currently available

BMW 325 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BMW 325 across all model years (1984, 2012).

37 Total Recalls
294 Total Complaints
4 Investigations
33 Reported Crashes
19 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

BMW 325 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2012 1 0 View
2011 1 0 View
2010 1 0 View
2009 (current) 1 0
2008 1 1 View
2007 1 0 View
2006 1 13 View
2003 0 11 View
2002 2 30 View
2001 2 38 View
2000 2 0 View
1999 0 3 View
1998 0 4 View
1997 0 1 View
1996 0 5 View
1995 0 29 View
1994 1 30 View
1993 3 13 View
1992 3 25 View
1991 3 6 View
1990 2 10 View
1989 2 13 View
1988 2 9 View
1987 2 30 View
1986 3 11 View
1985 2 1 View
1984 1 5 View

Other BMW Models

Model Recalls Complaints
X5 223 4,349 View
X3 155 2,661 View
330I 122 1,050 View
X6 110 293 View
328I 108 3,743 View
M3 95 550 View
Z4 83 1,439 View
325I 83 1,809 View